In the widely used diagnostic system for psychopathology, which includes five axes, personality disorders and mental retardation are documented in which axis?
A) Axis I
B) Axis II
C) Axis III
D) Axis IV
E) Axis V

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Personality disorders and mental retardation are documented in Axis II. Axis I consists of clinical disorders such as depression and anxiety, Axis III includes medical conditions that may affect mental health, Axis IV includes psychosocial and environmental stressors, and Axis V documents the level of functioning and global assessment of a person's overall well-being.

In the Widely Used Diagnostic System for Psychopathology, Which Includes