What Was a Major Criticism of How the Diagnostic and Statistical

question 56

Multiple Choice

What was a major criticism of how the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual ( DSM ) classified sexual dysfunctions, which ultimately led to changes within the DSM-5 ?

• A) Diagnoses were mainly related to male dysfunctions.
• B) Diagnoses typically focused on global sexual dysfunctions.
• C) Diagnoses were too focused on psychological factors.
• D) Diagnoses were dependent upon where in the sexual response cycle the symptoms occurred.

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