Based upon what he has read, Jason believes that he has a paraphilia. For the last 6 months, he has been experiencing personal distress about his paraphilic behaviors. He wants to go to a psychologist to see if he has a paraphilic disorder

According to the DSM-5, what is one other criterion that could qualify Jason for a diagnosis of paraphilic disorder?

a. sexual desires or behaviors that have been causing distress for at least 5 years
b. sexual desires or sexual behaviors that involve harm to self
c. sexual behaviors that cause harm or involve someone who cannot or will not consent
d. sexual desires or sexual behaviors that are victimless in nature


Answer: C

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