DSM Editions and Diagnostic Guidelines

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What is used by clinical psychiatrists and psychologists to properly diagnose patients in a formal setting?

  • Symptom lists from the DSM-4
  • Symptom lists from the DSM-1
  • Symptom lists from the DSM-5 (correct)
  • Symptom lists from the DSM-3

When did the DSM get revised to its 5th edition?

  • 1994
  • 2013 (correct)
  • 1980
  • 1968

What impact does a psychological disorder have on an individual's life?

  • It enhances cognitive functions
  • It interferes with daily life, schedule, and quality of living (correct)
  • It doesn't affect behavior
  • It improves emotional stability

What does it mean for behaviors to be maladaptive, as mentioned in the text?

<p>They disrupt everyday life (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization recognizes all conditions listed in the DSM?

<p>American Psychological Association (APA) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the three historical etiologies of psychiatric conditions?

<p>Supernatural, somatogenic, psychogenic (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to historical beliefs, what was one of the causes of mental illness?

<p>Possession and astrology-related events (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ancient theory involved balancing blood, black bile, phlegm, and yellow bile to maintain health?

<p>The theory of humors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common legal term used when a mentally ill defendant claims they cannot be held responsible for their actions?

<p>Insanity plea (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What organization is responsible for setting ethical guidelines for psychological research in the United States?

<p>American Psychological Association (APA) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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