The Primary Purpose of a Diagnostic System to Classify Mental

question 26

Multiple Choice

The primary purpose of a diagnostic system to classify mental disorders is that it serves to

• A) differentiate between categorical and dimensional approaches to classification.
• B) indicate potential causes and future developments in the disorder.
• C) facilitate allocation of funding for research programs and community agencies servicing specific diagnostic groups.
• D) provide a framework with which to train mental health practitioners.

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Definitions:

Ovulation

The phase in the female menstrual cycle when a mature egg is released from the ovary, making it available for fertilization.

Spermatogenesis

The biological process of sperm cell production in the testes, a critical component of male fertility.

Estrogen

A group of hormones responsible for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics.

Executive Functioning

A set of mental skills that include working memory, flexible thinking, and self-control, crucial for managing daily life and achieving goals.