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[Psychiatric classification. Basic idea and development of an ongoing process].
1Klinik für Psychiatrie und Psychotherapie der Universität zu Köln. joachim.klosterkoetter@medizin.uni-koeln.de
Fortschritte Der Neurologie-Psychiatrie
|February 23, 2000
Summary
Modern psychiatric classification systems maintain continuity with historical traditions, despite apparent changes. This review traces the evolution of psychiatric classification, highlighting its enduring foundational principles for future evaluation.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Medical Classification Systems
- History of Medicine
Context:
- International psychiatric classification systems
- Evolution of diagnostic criteria
- Psychiatric tradition
Purpose:
- To review the historical development of psychiatric classification systems
- To highlight the continuity between traditional and modern systems
- To assess the long-term adequacy of current classifications
Summary:
- Modern psychiatric classification systems, while appearing novel, are rooted in a historical tradition established by K. Kahlbaum and E. Kraepelin.
- Changes in contemporary systems reflect adherence to this established German tradition.
- The paper traces the evolution of psychiatric classification, emphasizing the enduring programmatic idea behind its development.
Impact:
- Provides a historical perspective on psychiatric classification
- Underlines the continuity of foundational principles in psychiatric diagnosis
- Suggests that the full adequacy of current systems will be evident over the long term.