The DSM Definition of Mental Disorder Excludes All of the Following

question 90

Multiple Choice

The DSM definition of mental disorder excludes all of the following EXCEPT

• A) a culturally sanctioned response to a particular event.
• B) beliefs and actions shared by a religious group.
• C) sexual behavior of sexual minority groups such as gays or lesbians.
• D) behavior of which the individual is unaware.

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Definitions:

Prophylactic Treatment

Preventative treatment aimed at preventing disease or complications, rather than treating them after they occur.

Combined Oral Contraceptive

A form of birth control in pill form that contains both estrogen and progestin to prevent pregnancy.

Progesterone Therapy

Medical treatment involving the hormone progesterone, used for various conditions including hormone replacement therapy and to maintain pregnancy.

Danazol

A synthetic steroid used in the treatment of endometriosis, fibrocystic breast disease, and hereditary angioedema.