HIPAA Has Accepted the Use of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual

question 46

True/False

HIPAA has accepted the use of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th edition (DSM-IV-TR) as a standard for mental disorder diagnoses.

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Definitions:

Hemisphere

Half of the earth, especially as divided into northern and southern halves by the equator, or into western and eastern halves by an imaginary line passing through the poles.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls involuntary actions of the smooth muscles and heart and glands, responsible for the regulation of bodily functions such as heart rate, digestion, respiratory rate, pupillary response, urination, and sexual arousal.

Type A Personality

A personality trait marked by high levels of competitiveness, self-driven ambition, impatience, and potential hostility.

Relaxation Training

A therapeutic technique focused on teaching individuals how to relax their mind and body to reduce stress and anxiety.