Glossary A
Glossary A
Axis I refers to the diagnostic axis of the DSM-IV-TR that identifies all of the clinical disorders that are present, except for the personality disorders and mental retardation.
Axis II refers to the diagnostic axis of the DSM-IV that indicates the presence of personality disorders or mental retardation.
Axis V refers to the diagnostic axis of the DSM-IV that provides a numerical index of the individual's overall level of functioning.
Axon refers to a long, thin part of a neuron attached to the soma; divides into a few or many branches, ending in terminal buttons.
Axon hillock refers to the swelling of the soma, the point where the Axon begins