List and BRIEFLY Discuss the Defining Features of 3 Somatic

question 15

Essay

List and BRIEFLY discuss the defining features of 3 somatic symptom and related disorders from the DSM-5.

Acknowledge the existence of various strains of HIV and the role of mutations.

Be informed about the geographical distribution of HIV diagnoses in the United States.

Recognize the significance of CD4 count in monitoring HIV infection and its correlation with opportunistic infections.

Know the primary modes of HIV transmission, including mother-to-child.

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Definitions:

Neuroanatomy

The branch of anatomy that studies the structure and organization of the nervous system.

Neurotransmitters

Chemical substances that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another in the brain.

Structural Brain Damage

It involves physical changes to the brain's structure due to injury, disease, or congenital conditions, potentially impacting cognitive functions and mental health.

Benzodiazepines

A class of psychoactive drugs used primarily for treating anxiety, insomnia, and several other conditions due to their sedative effects.