What principle guided developers of the DSM-5 as they wrote definitions of mental disorders?
a. Definitions should consider political factors.
b. Disorders should be associated with distress or disability.
c. Deviant behaviors that are encouraged by certain religions should be included.
d. Abnormal behaviors should have a biological basis to be considered mental disorders.
Answer: b.
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What will be an ideal response?
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