What Is the Purpose of the DSM-V

question 8

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the DSM-V?

• A) It provides a detailed list of clinical psychiatric disorders.
• B) It details data and statistics about mental disorders in the United States.
• C) It serves as the official American resource manual detailing diagnostic criteria of psychiatric disorders.
• D) It acts as a compendium of the international demographics of substance abuse and mental disorders.

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Definitions:

Physical Diagnosis

The process of determining a disease or condition through physical examination and medical history, rather than diagnostic tests.

Borderline Personality Disorder

is a mental health disorder characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships, often resulting from early relationships and experiences.

Dependent Personality Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by a pervasive and excessive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behavior.

Subordinate Social Status

Pertains to individuals or groups that are perceived as lower in rank, value, or importance in a social hierarchy.