Which of the following is an important reason why DSM-5 replaced the broad diagnostic category of dementiawith the term "major neurocognitive disorder"?
A. "Dementia" is not a very appropriate term for younger adults who have cognitive problems.
B. "Dementia" is not a very appropriate term for elderly people with cognitive problems.
C. The AARP filed a lawsuit against the American Psychological Association because of the stigma associated with the word "dementia."
D. Only Alzheimer's disease can be considered "dementia," therefore the term was redundant.
Answer: A
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