The Diagnostic Label Bipolar Disorder Suggests the Extremes of Mood

question 43

Multiple Choice

The diagnostic label bipolar disorder suggests the extremes of mood characteristic of the disorder. This example highlights that one purpose of classifying mental disorders is ______.

• A) to offer a basis for theory
• B) nomenclature
• C) to facilitate information retrieval
• D) description

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Definitions:

Task Groups

Groups formed with the primary purpose of completing a specific job, project, or assignment.

Treatment Conference

A meeting among healthcare providers to develop, review, or coordinate a treatment plan for a patient.

Treatment Groups

Groups formed for the purpose of addressing specific psychological issues, where members support one another under the guidance of a therapist.

Socialization

The process by which individuals learn the norms, values, behaviors, and social skills appropriate to their society.