Question 1

What is the primary distinction between the DSM and ICD?&#10;A)The ICD is for psychiatrists, the DSM is for psychologists.&#10;B)The ICD has a research and a clinician version, while the DSM has only one version.&#10;C)The DSM uses an older numbering system than the ICD&#10;D)The ICD was developed with medication management in mind, while the DSM was developed for therapists

Accepted Answer

The ICD (International Classification of Diseases) is a global health information standard for mortality and morbidity statistics, covering a broad spectrum of health conditions, and is used by all healthcare professionals. The DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders), on the other hand, is specifically designed for mental health disorders and is primarily used by mental health professionals in the United States. The distinction in the question refers to versions, which is incorrect; the primary distinction is their scope and usage, not the existence of different versions or specific focuses on medication management or therapy.

Question 2

What is the current focus of the DSM 5?&#10;A)Psychosocial&#10;B)Behavioral&#10;C)Cognitive&#10;D)Neurobiological&#10;(E) It is atheoretically focused

Accepted Answer

The current focus of the DSM 5 is neurobiological.

Question 3

What type of information is excluded from the DSM-IV-TR?&#10;A)Treatment&#10;B)Prevalence&#10;C)Symptoms&#10;D)Time of onset

Accepted Answer

The DSM-IV-TR primarily focuses on the classification and diagnosis of mental disorders. It does not provide specific treatment guidelines, leaving those recommendations to other resources.

Question 4

What is the current version of the DSM?&#10;A)IV&#10;B)IV-TR&#10;C)V&#10;D)VI

Accepted Answer

The current version of the DSM is DSM-5, which was published in May 2013.

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