Tutorial 1 - Classification, Diagnosis Flashcards by Teagan M | Brainscape

Q

What makes a mental disorder?

Hint: 7 items

A

A mental disorder according to the DSM has to be

Abnormal
Persistent
Not culturally sanctioned
Have some kind of negative impact
Not just a physical cause/disorder
Evidence of dysfunction (psyc, behav, bio fnc)
clinically significant

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