The Diagnostic Labels Provided by the DSM-5 Help Mental Health

question 42

Multiple Choice

The diagnostic labels provided by the DSM-5 help mental health professionals to do all of the following EXCEPT

• A) communicate the characteristics of their patients' symptoms.
• B) predict who is susceptible to a psychological disorder.
• C) communicate with other mental health care professionals using a standard label that other professionals understand.
• D) help decide on appropriate treatment.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Impairments

A reduction in an individual's ability to think, concentrate, formulate ideas, reason, and remember compared to previous levels of functioning.

Heavy Drinker

An individual who consumes alcohol in excess, often to the point where it interferes with their health, social, or occupational life.

Prematurely

Occurring or done before the usual or proper time; too early.

Developmental Psychologist

A professional who studies the psychological growth of individuals, including cognitive, emotional, and social development, throughout different stages of life.