The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders classifies:
a. deviant behaviors.
b. people with mental disorders.
c. present disability or distress.
d. mental disorders people have.
D
The DSM-IV-TR classifies disorders people have rather than people themselves. The terminology of the tool reflects this distinction by referring to individuals with a disorder rather than as a "schizophrenic" or "alcoholic," for example. Deviant behavior is not generally considered a mental disorder. Present disability or distress is only one aspect of the diagnosis.
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