The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)

question 4

Multiple Choice

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)

• A)has not changed to reflect changing attitudes toward mental illness.
• B)is merely academic and does not influence treatment decisions.
• C)is used to determine coverage for many mental health services.
• D)is an objective and uncontroversial listing of diagnostic criteria.

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Definitions:

Archetypes

Universal, inherited models of people, behaviors, or personalities that play a role in influencing human behavior, as proposed by Carl Jung.

Consciousness

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, surroundings, and experiences.

Influenced

The capacity of a person, object, or idea to have an effect on others or the environment, often without direct or physical presence.

Jungian Theory

A psychological theory developed by Carl Jung that emphasizes the collective unconscious, archetypes, and the process of individuation.