In the DSM IV, which axis classifies personality disorders and intellectual disabilities?

In the DSM IV, which axis classifies personality disorders and intellectual disabilities?

• A. Axis I
• B. Axis IV
• C. Axis III
• D. Axis II

Answer: (D)

In DSM-IV, the axis that includes personality disorders and intellectual disabilities is Axis II. This part of the multi-axial system is meant to capture enduring patterns of behavior and cognitive functioning. Personality disorders (like borderline or antisocial personality disorder) describe long-standing personality traits, while intellectual disabilities refer to cognitive functioning levels. Other axes cover different domains: Axis I includes most clinical disorders and major mental health conditions, Axis III notes relevant medical conditions, Axis IV documents psychosocial and environmental stressors, and Axis V provides a global assessment of functioning. The multi-axial system was part of DSM-IV, but has since been replaced in DSM-5 with integrated diagnoses.

In DSM-IV, the axis that includes personality disorders and intellectual disabilities is Axis II. This part of the multi-axial system is meant to capture enduring patterns of behavior and cognitive functioning. Personality disorders (like borderline or antisocial personality disorder) describe long-standing personality traits, while intellectual disabilities refer to cognitive functioning levels. Other axes cover different domains: Axis I includes most clinical disorders and major mental health conditions, Axis III notes relevant medical conditions, Axis IV documents psychosocial and environmental stressors, and Axis V provides a global assessment of functioning. The multi-axial system was part of DSM-IV, but has since been replaced in DSM-5 with integrated diagnoses.