Which of the Following Statements Is True About the DSM-5

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about the DSM-5?

• A)It describes symptoms,the typical path the disorder takes as it progresses,and includes a checklist of specific criteria for diagnosis.
• B)It lists information regarding symptoms,and the typical path the disorder takes as it progresses,but does not include a checklist of criteria that must be met for diagnosis.
• C)It is used to diagnose medical conditions that may have an impact on mental health.
• D)It is used to diagnose all kinds of medical conditions.

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Definitions:

Psychoanalytic Theories

A set of theories originated by Sigmund Freud that emphasize the influence of the unconscious mind on behavior.

Early-Childhood Experiences

Events, interactions, and a range of stimuli in the first few years of life that significantly influence an individual's developmental trajectory and personality formation.

Cognitive Theorist

A scholar or researcher who studies the mental processes involved in perception, memory, judgment, and decision making.

Piaget

refers to Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in developmental psychology and his theory of cognitive development in children.