The DSM-5 is the main diagnostic guide used by mental health professionals.
- It provides standardized criteria for diagnosing mental health conditions
- It is divided into 3 main sections
- It includes 19 major categories of disorders
Structure of the DSM-5
Section I – Basics
- Introduction and how to use the manual
- Guidance for clinical and legal use
Section II – Diagnostic Criteria and Codes
- The main section
- Lists all mental health disorders with symptoms and criteria
Section III – Emerging Measures
- New or developing conditions
- Cultural and assessment considerations
Main DSM-5 Categories (Simplified for Your Book)
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Conditions that begin in childhood and affect development:
- ADHD
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Learning disabilities (dyslexia, dyscalculia)
Schizophrenia Spectrum & Other Psychotic Disorders
Conditions involving loss of contact with reality:
- Schizophrenia
- Delusional disorder
- Brief psychotic disorder
Bipolar & Related Disorders
Mood disorders involving extreme highs and lows:
- Bipolar I
- Bipolar II
- Cyclothymic disorder
Depressive Disorders
Conditions involving persistent low mood:
- Major depressive disorder
- Persistent depressive disorder
Anxiety Disorders
Excessive fear, worry, or panic:
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Panic disorder
- Agoraphobia
- Social anxiety disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive & Related Disorders
Repetitive thoughts or behaviors:
- OCD
- Body dysmorphic disorder
- Hoarding disorder
Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders
Linked to stressful or traumatic events:
- PTSD
- Acute stress disorder
- Adjustment disorders
Dissociative Disorders
Disruptions in identity, memory, or awareness:
- Dissociative identity disorder
- Dissociative amnesia
Somatic Symptom & Related Disorders
Physical symptoms linked to psychological distress:
- Somatic symptom disorder
- Illness anxiety disorder
Feeding & Eating Disorders
Eating-related conditions:
- Anorexia nervosa
- Bulimia nervosa
- Binge-eating disorder
Elimination Disorders
Toileting-related conditions:
- Enuresis (bedwetting)
- Encopresis
Sleep-Wake Disorders
Sleep problems:
- Insomnia
- Sleep apnea
- Narcolepsy
Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulties with sexual functioning
Gender Dysphoria
Distress related to gender identity
Disruptive, Impulse-Control & Conduct Disorders
Behavioral regulation difficulties:
- Oppositional defiant disorder
- Conduct disorder
- Kleptomania
Substance-Related & Addictive Disorders
Addiction and substance misuse:
- Alcohol use disorder
- Drug use disorders
Neurocognitive Disorders
Decline in cognitive functioning:
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Traumatic brain injury
Personality Disorders
Long-term patterns of thinking and behavior:
- Borderline personality disorder
- Narcissistic personality disorder
Paraphilic Disorders
Atypical sexual interests that may cause harm or distress
Other Conditions
- Medication-related effects
- Issues affecting mental health (e.g., abuse, stress, unemployment)
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