Question

Answer the following question in 25 to 30 words.

What is DSM-5?

Answer 1

There are two major classification systems for psychological disorders. They are the DSM and ICD Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders, which were initially published in 1952 and have since been revised on a regular basis. The current edition, DSM-5, was released in 2013. It includes 22 broad categories of mental diseases, each with numerous sub-categories. The DSM is a classification of officially recognized psychiatric diseases that is used by mental health professionals to assure consistency in diagnosis. APA published this article.