The DSM was designed to ________

a. provide a comprehensive listing of all the licensed therapists in America
b. describe and classify the various kinds of psychological disorders
c. identify and classify the various types of treatment facilities available in the United States
d. describe the most effective therapy approaches for various mental illnesses


Answer: b

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