What Is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

question 55

Essay

What is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)? Why did the number of "illnesses" grow from 60 in the 1952 edition to around 400 in the fourth edition? How does this illustrate the social construction of health and disease?

Analyze the impact of external factors (e.g., diets, technological advances) on demand or supply.

Predict market outcomes when both supply and demand are affected simultaneously.

Distinguish between movements along the curve and shifts of the curve in supply and demand analysis.

Assess the role of substitutes and complements in market dynamics.

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Definitions:

Arousal

A physiological and psychological state of being awake or reactive to stimuli.

Quickened Heartbeat

An increase in the speed at which the heart beats, often in response to excitement, stress, or physical exercise.

Labored Breathing

A condition where breathing becomes difficult, often accompanied by discomfort or distress.

Affect

The experience of feeling or emotion, ranging from simple feelings to complex emotional states.