Some psychological disorders occur primarily in one culture. However,________ occurs worldwide.

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Schizophrenia occurs worldwide and is not limited to any one culture. Although cultural factors can influence the expression and perception of symptoms, the diagnosis of schizophrenia is based on a set of universal criteria established by the DSM-5. Generalized anxiety disorder and anorexia nervosa also occur in many different cultures, but they may be more prevalent in certain cultures or have cultural variations in their presentation. Susto is a cultural syndrome found primarily in Latin American cultures and is not recognized as a diagnostic category in Western psychiatry.

Some Psychological Disorders Occur Primarily in One Culture