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The DSM-5: Classification and criteria changes.

Darrel A Regier¹, Emily A Kuhl, David J Kupfer

¹American Psychiatric Association, Division of Research, Arlington, VA, USA.

World Psychiatry : Official Journal of the World Psychiatric Association (WPA)

|June 6, 2013

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The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) updates mental disorder classification, informed by neuroscience and aiming for global health tool alignment. This revision enhances clinical impact and international compatibility.

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Area of Science:

Psychiatry
Mental Health Classification
Neuroscience

Background:

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) is a significant update from the DSM-IV.
Revisions were driven by neuroscience advancements, clinical needs, and identified DSM-IV limitations.
A key goal was aligning with the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11).

Purpose of the Study:

To describe select DSM-5 revisions.
To highlight changes with significant clinical impact.
To emphasize efforts toward international diagnostic compatibility and DSM-ICD harmonization.

Main Methods:

Review of DSM-5 revisions.
Analysis of changes impacting clinical practice.
Assessment of modifications for international alignment.

Main Results:

DSM-5 incorporates advancements in neuroscience and addresses clinical needs.
Revisions include integrated cultural context and facilitate DSM-ICD harmonization.
The update aims for greater compatibility with global health classifications.

Conclusions:

The DSM-5 represents a substantial evolution in mental disorder classification.
Collaborative efforts between the American Psychiatric Association and World Health Organization are fostering a cohesive nosology.
Continued updates are expected to further unify psychiatric diagnostic systems.