DSM IV is a comprehensive diagnostic manual for mental health treatment, divided into five axes. It will be replaced by DSM V in 2013. Some argue it is imperfect, biased, and doesn’t always fit newer disorders or criteria. DSM IV is the fourth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, the highly trusted and disputed […]
The DSM is a vital reference book for mental health professionals, providing diagnostic criteria, treatment options, and prognosis for mental illnesses. It divides mental illness into five axes and is useful for other healthcare professionals. The DSM is revised periodically, with the latest edition being the DSM-IV. Mental illness is more at the forefront of […]
The DSM-V is a comprehensive list of recognized mental disorders, divided into five categories, and is widely used by mental health professionals worldwide. The goal is to assist in classifying patient conditions for diagnosis and treatment purposes, and to help patients receive benefits. Patients should seek professional help for accurate diagnosis. The Diagnostic and Statistical […]
