Which of the following statements is true about the DSM-5?
A)It describes symptoms and includes information regarding the prevalence of specific disorders.
B)It contains 12 specific "classifications" of mental illnesses.
C)It is used to diagnose medical conditions that may have an impact on mental health.
D)It is used to diagnose all kinds of medical conditions.

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The DSM-5 is primarily used in diagnosing and describing symptoms of mental disorders, and includes information on their prevalence. It does not diagnose medical conditions outside of mental health. Additionally, the DSM-5 includes more than 12 classifications of mental illnesses.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About the DSM-5