The DSM-III Presented Significant Differences Compared to Its Predecessors

question 93

Multiple Choice

The DSM-III presented significant differences compared to its predecessors.Perhaps the MOST important change was

• A)the fact that it included the number of symptoms required to meet the criterion.
• B)the fact that is became more empirically-based.
• C)that it required clinicians to consider five different areas of patient functioning.
• D)that field trials were carried out to improve reliability.
• E)the fact that it did not advocate any particular theory.

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Definitions:

Coded

Translated into a systematic form that is often used for classification or secrecy.

Botulism

A rare poisoning caused by toxins produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacteria, often found in improperly preserved foods.

Spoiled Food

Food that has deteriorated to the point of being unsafe to eat due to bacterial growth, chemical breakdown, or other processes.

Diagnosed

The process of identifying a disease or condition from its signs and symptoms by using a range of assessments, including medical history, tests, and procedures.