Which of the following is true of the current edition of the DSM?

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The current edition of the DSM (DSM-5) has higher reliability than previous editions due to the use of more specific diagnostic criteria and standardized assessments.

Answer: B
 The DSM-5 is based on a biopsychosocial theoretical perspective, which takes into account multiple factors that contribute to mental illness including biological, psychological, and social factors.

Answer: C
 The DSM-5 does account for social factors that impact mental illness, but some critics argue that the manual may overemphasize biological and diagnostic criteria at the expense of social and contextual factors.

Answer: D
 The DSM-5 does require clinicians to receive extensive training to understand and apply the diagnostic criteria accurately. However, this is not unique to the current edition and is necessary for any reliable and valid diagnostic manual.

Which of the Following Is True of the Current Edition