The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual Is Used to __________________ Psychiatric

question 31

Multiple Choice

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual is used to __________________ psychiatric disorders.

• A) diagnose
• B) treat
• C) estimate the prevalence of
• D) describe

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Definitions:

Outward Sign

A visible, external indicator that may suggest something about a person's status, intentions, or condition.

Puberty

The period during which adolescents reach sexual maturity and become capable of reproduction.

Adolescent Growth Spurt

The first outward sign of puberty, refers to a rapid gain in height and weight that generally begins in girls at about age 10 and in boys about age 12.

Pubertal Timing

The period during which an individual undergoes physical changes to reach sexual maturity, which can vary greatly among individuals.