Why did the developers of the DSM-5 decide to no longer use the term dementia as a diagnostic label?

a. It is a pejorative term that carries an unfortunate stigma.
b. The term is too specific and descriptive.
c. The term only applies to young people.
d. Prevalence rates of dementia are very low.


A

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a. Older children were better at recalling animals. b. Younger children were better at recalling household items. c. Older children were better at recalling animals, and younger children were better at recalling household items. d. Older children were better at recalling both animals and household items because of their superior attention skills.

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