AP Psychologyeasymcq1 pt
For a condition to count as a psychological disorder, symptoms must
A.cause distress or impair functioning
B.be unusual only
C.last exactly one week
D.be visible to others
Explanation
Core Concept
Unusual thoughts alone are not a disorder — the disturbance must disrupt daily life, the threshold the DSM applies.
Correct Answer
Acause distress or impair functioning
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