How Do Cultural Dimensions Affect the Expression of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

question 27

Multiple Choice

How do cultural dimensions affect the expression of obsessive-compulsive disorder?

• A)Ethnic minorities have been underrepresented in obsessive-compulsive disorder research and symptoms may not be picked up by the current diagnostic system.
• B)The prevalence of obsessive-compulsive disorder is consistent across cultures.
• C)Onset of obsessive-compulsive disorder occurs more commonly in older adults than in adolescents.
• D)European Americans are less likely to receive an obsessive-compulsive disorder diagnosis than African Americans and Hispanic Americans.

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Definitions:

Adolescent Friendships

Relationships between teenagers that play a critical role in their emotional and social development, often characterized by deep bonds, emotional support, and identity formation.

Interdependence

A mutual reliance among members of a group or system, where the actions of each individual can affect the whole.

Close Relationships

Emotional bonds between individuals characterized by affection, trust, and mutual support.

Reciprocity

A social principle where interactions are based on mutual exchange, influencing the dynamics of social relationships and transactions.