In the "DSM-5", a _____ Would Be Defined as a Specific

question 12

Multiple Choice

In the "DSM-5", a _____ would be defined as a specific pattern of urges, fantasies, or behaviors, while diagnosis of a _____ would be given only when it causes distress or impairment, or entails harm or risk of harm to others.

• A) paraphilic disorder; paraphilia
• B) sexual disorder; mental disorder
• C) paraphilia; paraphilic disorder
• D) sexual disorder; paraphilic disorder

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A brain structure involved in the arousal and regulation of emotion and the initial emotional response to sensory information.

Prefrontal Cortex

A part of the frontal lobes of the brain, involved in decision making, problem-solving, control of purposeful behaviors, consciousness, and emotions.

Schizophrenia

A severe mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.

Erratic

Describing something that is unpredictable or irregular in pattern, movement, or behavior.