The Establishment of a Separate Chapter for Trauma- and Stressor-Related

question 26

True/False

The establishment of a separate chapter for trauma- and stressor-related disorders in the DSM-5 is based on strong evidence that the clinical expression of psychological distress following exposure to a traumatic or stressful event is quite variable.

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Definitions:

Confidentiality

The principle of keeping personal, medical, or sensitive information private and not disclosing it to unauthorized persons.

Legal Obligations

Duties that are required by law, which a person or entity must fulfill or face legal consequences.

Self-harm

Intentional, direct injury of one's own body tissue, often done as a way to cope with distressing psychological pain.

Abuse

The maltreatment of a person, causing physical, psychological, or sexual harm, often by someone in a position of power.