Which of the Following Is a Criticism of DSM-5

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a criticism of DSM-5?

• A) It's classification of individuals on the basis of five dimensions or axes
• B) It's strong emphasis on a person's strengths and weaknesses to destigmatize psychological disorders
• C) It's strong focus on the medical model, neglecting factors such as poverty and trauma
• D) It's lack of reliance on social norms and subjective judgments

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Definitions:

Idiosyncratic Phobia

A fear that is unusual or peculiar to an individual, not commonly shared among people.

Obsessive-compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder where people feel the need to check things repeatedly, perform certain routines repeatedly, or have certain thoughts repeatedly.

Major Depression

A mental disorder characterized by a persistent and severe low mood that affects a person's thoughts, behavior, feelings, and sense of well-being.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

A chronic disorder characterized by excessive, long-lasting anxiety and worry about nonspecific life events, objects, and situations.