What Is the Most Commonly Used Diagnostic System in Mental

question 30

Multiple Choice

What is the most commonly used diagnostic system in mental health settings?

• A)Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-Fifth Edition (DSM-5)
• B)International Classification of Diseases-Tenth Edition (ICD-10)
• C)American Psychiatric Association Manual (APAM)
• D)Mental Health Diagnostic System (MHDS-5)

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Definitions:

Self-fulfilling Prophecy

A forecast that, whether through direct or indirect means, fulfills itself by creating a loop of positive feedback between what is believed and the actions taken.

Paranoid

A state of mind characterized by irrational distrust or suspicion of others, often leading to misinterpretation of others' intentions as malevolent.

In-group Member

An individual who belongs to and identifies with a specific social group, leading to a sense of belonging and identity within that group.

Out-group Member

An individual who is perceived as not belonging to one's own group, often seen as different or outside the in-group.