Which disorder was added to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders as a result of lobbying by Vietnam War veterans?
A) self-defeating personality disorder
B) posttraumatic stress disorder
C) attention deficit disorder
D) neurosis

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Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) was added to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) in 1980 as a result of lobbying by Vietnam War veterans. These veterans experienced a range of psychological symptoms after returning from the war, including flashbacks, nightmares, and anxiety. By adding PTSD to the DSM, mental health professionals were better equipped to diagnose and treat this condition.

Which Disorder Was Added to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual