Which of the Following Is the New Disorder in the DSM-5

question 796

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the new disorder in the DSM-5 that literally means "body-form" disorder?

• A) psychosomatic disorder
• B) somatic symptom disorder
• C) somatic delusional disorder
• D) dissociative identity disorder

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Definitions:

Metencephalon

Part of the vertebrate embryonic brain; gives rise to the cerebellum and pons.

Myelencephalon

Part of the vertebrate embryonic brain; gives rise to the medulla.

Cerebral Cortical Association

Areas of the cerebral cortex involved in complex cognitive processes, integrating information from different sensory modalities.

Sympathetic System

A system of the autonomic division of the nervous system; its general effect is to mobilize energy, especially during stressful situations; prepares the body for a fight, flight, or freeze response. Compare with parasympathetic system.