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This new edition of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), used by clinicians and researchers to diagnose and classify mental disorders, is the product of more than 10 years of effort by hundreds of international experts in all aspects of mental health. Their dedication and hard work have yielded an authoritative volume that defines and classifies mental disorders in order to improve diagnoses, treatment, and research. The criteria are concise and explicit, intended to facilitate an objective assessment of symptom presentations in a variety of clinical settings—inpatient, outpatient, partial hospital, consultation-liaison, clinical, private practice, and primary care. New features and enhancements make DSM-5 easier to use across all settings: The chapter organization reflects a lifespan approach, with disorders typically diagnosed in childhood (such as neurodevelopmental disorders) at the beginning of the manual, and those more typical of older adults (such as neurocognitive disorders) placed at the end. Also included are age-related factors specific to diagnosis. The latest findings in neuroimaging and genetics have been integrated into each disorder along with gender and cultural considerations. The revised organizational structure recognizes symptoms that span multiple diagnostic categories, providing new clinical insight in diagnosis. Specific criteria have been streamlined, consolidated, or clarified to be consistent with clinical practice (including the consolidation of autism disorder, Asperger’s syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder into autism spectrum disorder, the streamlined classification of bipolar and depressive disorders, the restructuring of substance use disorders for consistency and clarity, and the enhanced specificity for major and mild neurocognitive disorders). Dimensional assessments for research and validation of clinical results have been provided. Both ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM codes are included for each d

DSM-5: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition

The DSM-5 is the American Psychiatric Association's (APA) manual for diagnosing mental disorders. It is used by clinicians, researchers, and policymakers to classify and diagnose mental disorders. The DSM-5 contains criteria for diagnosing over 200 mental disorders, including schizophrenia, depression, anxiety disorders, and autism spectrum disorder.

History of the DSM

The DSM was first published in 1952 as a way to standardize the diagnosis of mental disorders. The DSM has undergone several revisions since then, with the most recent revision being the DSM-5, which was published in 2013. The DSM-5 is the most comprehensive and up-to-date manual for diagnosing mental disorders.

Contents of the DSM-5

The DSM-5 contains criteria for diagnosing over 200 mental disorders. These criteria are based on the latest research on mental disorders. The DSM-5 also includes information on the epidemiology, etiology, and treatment of mental disorders.

Using the DSM-5

The DSM-5 is a complex manual, but it is essential for clinicians, researchers, and policymakers who work with people with mental disorders. The DSM-5 can be used to diagnose mental disorders, track the course of mental disorders, and plan treatment. The DSM-5 can also be used to conduct research on mental disorders and to develop new treatments.

Criticisms of the DSM

The DSM has been criticized for a number of reasons, including:

• It is too reliant on subjective criteria.
• It is not evidence-based.
• It is too categorical.
• It is too focused on diagnosis and not enough on treatment.

Despite these criticisms, the DSM remains the most widely used manual for diagnosing mental disorders. The DSM-5 is a valuable tool for clinicians, researchers, and policymakers who work with people with mental disorders.