Essentially, a Categorical Approach to Diagnosis of Mental Disorders Suggests

question 18

Multiple Choice

Essentially, a categorical approach to diagnosis of mental disorders suggests that an individual ______.

• A) either has or does not have a disorder
• B) has every disorder to some extent
• C) can only be diagnosed with one disorder at a single point in time
• D) can have multiple disorders at the same time only if those disorders fall within the same larger category, such as depressive disorders or anxiety disorders

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Definitions:

Brain Maturation

The process of development and differentiation of the brain, resulting in the establishment of fully functional brain structures and neural networks.

Social

The term 'social' refers to relating to society or its organization, including interactions and relationships among individuals.

Self-Esteem

An individual’s overall subjective emotional evaluation of their own worth.

Competent

Refers to having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to perform a task or job successfully.