The patterns of abnormal behavior (mental disorders) that impair functioning and are stressful to the individual are described under _______ of the DSM-IV-TR.

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The patterns of abnormal behavior that impair functioning and are stressful to the individual are described under Axis I of the DSM-IV-TR. Axis I includes mental disorders such as anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance-related disorders. Axis II, III, and IV describe other aspects of a person's functioning and do not specifically focus on mental disorders.

The Patterns of Abnormal Behavior (Mental Disorders) That Impair Functioning