Which Statement About the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders is FALSE?

• A) The first edition was published more than 100 years ago.
• B) The latest edition is more reliable than previous editions.
• C) The latest edition describes approximately 400 disorders.
• D) The latest edition is almost 1,000 pages long.

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Definitions:

Defence Attorneys

Lawyers who represent individuals accused of crimes, ensuring their legal rights are protected and presenting their defense in court.

Prosecution

The legal process of holding a trial against someone accused of a crime, with the aim of proving the accusation through evidence and legal argument.

Confirmation Bias

A cognitive bias that involves favoring information that confirms previously existing beliefs or biases.

Existing Belief

A pre-held notion or conviction that persists in an individual's thoughts before being exposed to new information or experiences.