Asked by armando

Which of the following is not considered a criterion that suggests the presence of a psychological disorder under the category of “maladaptiveness”?
A.
personal unhappiness
B.
impaired functioning
C.
long periods of discomfort
D.
disruptive behavior

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A. personal unhappiness

Explanation: Maladaptiveness refers to behaviors that impair functioning or are harmful/disruptive (impaired functioning, disruptive behavior). Personal unhappiness is a sign of subjective distress (personal distress), not specifically a maladaptive functioning criterion.