Steve's psychiatrist notes that Steve is experiencing a disruption of the usually integrated functions of consciousness, memory, and identity. Therefore, Steve most likely has a(n).________ disorder.
A) schizophrenic
B) adjustment
C) dissociative
D) impulse-control

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The disruption of integrated functions of consciousness, memory, and identity is a hallmark symptom of dissociative disorders. Schizophrenic disorders involve symptoms such as delusions and hallucinations. Adjustment disorders involve psychological distress in response to stressful life events. Impulse-control disorders involve a failure to resist impulses or urges that lead to harmful behaviors.

Steve's Psychiatrist Notes That Steve Is Experiencing a Disruption of the Usually