One of the Main Objectives of the Revision of the DSM

question 191

Multiple Choice

One of the main objectives of the revision of the DSM (to DSM-5) was to:

• A)Ensure that the DSM had definitions for all known mental health disorders
• B)Reduce the number of disorders to just those commonly seen in clinical practice
• C)Bring the DSM and ICD in line with each other
• D)Increase the financial stability of the APA

---

Definitions:

Interpersonal Racism

Describes racism occurring between individuals, manifesting through personal bias, prejudices, or discriminatory behaviors.

Social Practices

The patterns of behavior and norms that are collectively accepted and followed by a society or social group.

Institutional Racism

Discrimination and unequal treatment based on race that is embedded within the policies, practices, and norms of organizations and institutions.

Interpersonal Racism

Racism that occurs between individuals, involving prejudicial attitudes or discriminatory actions based on race or ethnicity.