The DSM-5 is similar to the DSM -IV- R in which of the following ways?

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The DSM-5 and DSM-IV-R have very similar categories of disorders, with only minor changes and reorganization. They both have chapters for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, etc. Option A is incorrect because the DSM-5 does not group disorders by their causes. Option B is also incorrect because the DSM-5 does not specify treatment for disorders but rather focuses on diagnosis. Option D is incorrect because the DSM-5 has eliminated the multiaxial approach used in the DSM-IV-R.

The DSM-5 Is Similar to the DSM -IV- R in Which