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Write answer to the following question based on example only in a word:
Dinesh has not been able to focus on his work for the last one year. He also finds it difficult to remember important topics. Identify the criteria used to diagnose mental disorders in this example.
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Solution
Dysfunction
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Criteria for Psychological Disorders
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Describe the criteria of psychological disorders:
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DSM-5 considers behaviour as a mental disorder.
