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jenna1

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What does it mean when we describe the current classification system for mental disorders as a multiaxial system?
 
  a) The system has high reliability.
   b) It uses ratings scales, not categories.
   c) The system focuses on neurological causes.
   d) It describes diverse information rather than a single label.

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Yolanda vacillates between feeling extremely positive feelings for her friend to having extreme negative feelings for her, often for no apparent reason.
 
  When these changes in her disposition occur, she also experiences deep depression and sometimes engages in self-injurious behavior. On the basis of this information, Yolanda most likely has __________ personality disorder.
  a) borderline
  b) schizoid
  c) obsessive-compulsive
  d) paranoid



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kmb352

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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

a




jenna1

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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