Diagnosis & the DSM -V

Which of the following does the DSM not contain?

• treatments
• symptoms
• statistics
• appropriate biological tests

The DSM-V is used to diagnose both mental and physical disorders

• True
• False

Which one is NOT investigated by a psychiatrist when diagnosing a mental disorder?

• the patient's history and feelings
• the patient's opinion of if they have a disorder
• family history of mental illness
• a second opinion 

An individual is being detained for treatment under the mental health act section...

• 2
• 3

Rosenhan's study found that if individuals claim to display symptoms of a mental disorder they are NOT likely to...

• be diagnosed with the disorder
• be given treatment for the disorder
• be asked to see a GP

The biological model suggests the individual is the cause of their illness 

• true
• false

Diagnosing an illness helps the individual to receive appropriate treatment, support and knowledge

• true
• false

The correct term for an individual who specialises in diagnosing mental illness is a...

• General practitioner
• Psychiatrist
• Counsellor
• Psychologist