An Alternative to the DSM Has Been Suggested Where Diagnoses

question 22

Multiple Choice

An alternative to the DSM has been suggested where diagnoses are based upon

• A)exclusively theory-driven criteria.
• B)ratings along quantitative dimensions.
• C)an accumulation of symptoms that describe different diagnostic entities.
• D)none of the above choices have been suggested as alternatives to the DSM.

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Definitions:

Intimate Partner Violence

Any intentional act or series of acts by one or both partners in an intimate relationship that causes injury to either person. It can include physical assault, emotional abuse, sexual violence, and sexual harassment. Sometimes referred to as spousal violence or domestic abuse.

Emotional Abuse

A form of abuse characterized by a person subjecting or exposing another to behavior that may result in psychological trauma, including anxiety, chronic depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder.

Harassment

Unwanted or unwelcome behavior that intimidates, offends, or humiliates a person, often characterized by its persistent nature.

Gender Stereotypes

Preconceived notions and expectations about individuals' roles and behaviors based on their gender, often perpetuating societal norms.