How do cultural dimensions affect the expression of obsessive-compulsive disorder?
A)Ethnic minorities have been underrepresented in obsessive-compulsive disorder research and symptoms may not be picked up by the current diagnostic system.
B)The prevalence of obsessive-compulsive disorder is consistent across cultures.
C)Onset of obsessive-compulsive disorder occurs more commonly in older adults than in adolescents.
D)European Americans are less likely to receive an obsessive-compulsive disorder diagnosis than African Americans and Hispanic Americans.

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Cultural dimensions such as language, beliefs, and values can affect the way people experience and express obsessive-compulsive disorder symptoms. The current diagnostic criteria for OCD may not be sensitive to symptoms that are more prevalent in certain cultural groups, leading to underdiagnosis or misdiagnosis. Additionally, cultural stigma surrounding mental health and seeking treatment may inhibit individuals from seeking help for OCD symptoms. Therefore, ethnic minorities may be underrepresented in OCD research and clinical settings.

How Do Cultural Dimensions Affect the Expression of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder