According to DSM-5, a maladaptive reaction to an identified stressor, characterized by impaired functioning or emotional distress that exceeds what would normally be expected is a (n)_______.
A) distress disorder
B) adjustment disorder
C) stress disorder
D) anxiety disorder

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The definition provided is of an adjustment disorder, as described in DSM-5. A distress disorder or stress disorder are not recognized diagnostic categories in DSM-5. Anxiety disorder may involve maladaptive reactions to stressors, but the definition provided specifically points to the category of adjustment disorders.

According to DSM-5, a Maladaptive Reaction to an Identified Stressor