Hundreds of mental health professionals,, mostly _____, participated in the development of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition.

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The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) is primarily developed by psychiatrists and clinical psychologists, as they are the experts in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. While the DSM-5 also takes into account biological and genetic factors, it is primarily a tool used by mental health professionals in the field of psychiatry, clinical psychology, and related fields. Governors and members of Congress, pediatricians, and internists would not typically be involved in the development of the DSM-5.

Hundreds of Mental Health Professionals,, Mostly _____, Participated in the Development