Regarding individuals with mental disorders, distress refers to a painful symptom, and disability refers to
a. the presence of deviant behavior.
b. impairment in important areas of functioning.
c. culturally appropriate responses to an event.
d. a conflict between the individual and society.
Ans: b. impairment in important areas of functioning.
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