What Is the Goal of the Research Domain Criteria Initiative

question 12

Multiple Choice

What is the goal of the Research Domain Criteria initiative?

• A) to construct more accurate diagnostic criteria for the next edition of the DSM
• B) to utilize psychotherapy (talking cures) to better address the treatment of the disorders in the DSM-5
• C) to use genetic and biomedical research to identify the underlying causes of disorders in order to provide more effective treatments
• D) to provide the most complete understanding of the prevalence of each disorder in the United States and abroad

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Definitions:

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Synthetic polymers made by the linkage of amino acids or by the polymerization of monomers with amide bonds, used in textiles and plastics.

Polymer

Large molecules made up of repeating structural units known as monomers.

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A highly toxic and reactive compound with the formula COCl2, used as a chemical intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals and pesticides.

Polycarbonates

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