Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT measured by the DIS schedule?

1. Substance use disorders

2. Alcohol use disorders

3. Psychiatric disorders

4. Physical health disorders

The correct answer is: Physical health disorders

The DIS (Diagnostic Interview Schedule) is a structured interview used to diagnose mental disorders based on the criteria established in the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders). The primary purpose of the DIS is to assess various psychiatric conditions, including substance use disorders and alcohol use disorders. Among the options provided, physical health disorders are not within the scope of what the DIS measures. The DIS focuses specifically on mental health issues, making it a valuable tool for clinicians to identify and diagnose various psychiatric and substance use disorders effectively. In contrast, physical health disorders fall under a different category of health assessment, often evaluated through medical examinations and physical health indicators, rather than through a diagnostic interview designed for mental health. Thus, the absence of physical health disorders in the DIS schedule is what correctly identifies this option as the answer to the question.