Using three examples compare and contrast the DSM-5 and the AAIDD ...

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Using three examples compare and contrast the DSM-5 and the AAIDD descriptions of intellectual developmental disorders.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Anxiety disorders often have comorbid disorders. One of the most likely is ____.
 
  a. depression c. Tourette's disorder
  b. schizophrenia d. borderline personality disorder

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Answer to Question 1

 AAIDD  deficits in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior which occur early in development
 DSM-5  also identifies deficits in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior
 AAIDD  more holistic perspective; identifies limitations but also emphasizes the possibility of adaption and highlights support needed for individual (intermittent, limited, extensive, or pervasive)
 DSM-V  emphasis more on deficits
 Examples should include descriptions of limitations in intellectual functioning, adaptive behavior, and support needed

Answer to Question 2

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Excellent

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