An Important Change in the DSM Versions That Followed DSM-III

question 86

Multiple Choice

An important change in the DSM versions that followed DSM-III was

• A) the lack of a presumed theoretical cause for each disorder.
• B) a change from a dimensional to a categorical system.
• C) greater emphasis on validity and less concern for reliability.
• D) the inclusion of the humanistic view of pathology.

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Definitions:

Evolutionary Perspective

An approach in various disciplines that considers the evolutionary backdrop of behaviors, structures, and processes.

Cultural Knowledge

an understanding of the customs, beliefs, and practices of different societies and communities.

Germ Theory

The scientific theory that microorganisms are the cause of many diseases, fundamentally changing our understanding of infection and hygiene.

Medical Research

The study and investigation in the field of medicine, aiming to discover or improve medical knowledge and treatments.