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Unit 1: Why Did She Do That? The Question of Psychology — Final exam

Question 9 • Personal Psychology 1

Who is responsible for creating and updating the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Fifth Edition (DSM-5)?

Answer
A
American Psychiatric Association (APA)
B
American Medical Association (AMA)
C
International Psychotherapy Institute (IPI)
D
International Psychoanalytical Association (IPA)

Explanation

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) is created and updated by the American Psychiatric Association. The American Medical Association is a separate organization, while the other associations listed are not responsible for publishing the DSM. Therefore, the correct choice is the American Psychiatric Association (APA).

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