The DSM-5 Does NOT

question 126

Multiple Choice

The DSM-5 does NOT

• A) include a classification of personality disorders.
• B) explain the causes of the various psychological disorders.
• C) include a very broad range of psychological disorders.
• D) provide guidelines for diagnosing psychological disorders.

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Definitions:

Lobbying

The process of influencing public and governmental policy at all levels: federal, state, and local, primarily by engaging in communication with elected or appointed officials and their staff.

Political Strategies

Planned actions and approaches employed to achieve specific political goals or to influence political decisions.

Watchful Waiting

A strategy of monitoring a situation or condition without immediate intervention, waiting to see if changes occur that warrant action.

Indirect Lobbying

A form of lobbying where organizations or individuals seek to influence government policy or decisions through indirect means, such as public relations campaigns or mobilizing public opinion, rather than direct contact with policymakers.