The DSM-V (DSM-5)

DSM-5

The latest edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, published by the APA in 2013.

Single-Axis Diagnosis

A simplified diagnostic approach in DSM-5 that combines mental health and medical conditions on a single axis.

ICD-9

International Classification of Diseases, 9th revision; codes used for diagnoses in medical settings.

ICD-10

International Classification of Diseases, 10th revision; provides updated codes that align with DSM-5.

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Disorders that typically manifest during early development, including autism and ADHD.

Schizophrenia Spectrum

A group of disorders characterized by psychotic symptoms such as delusions and hallucinations.

Bipolar Disorder

A mood disorder involving episodes of mania and depression.

Depressive Disorders

Conditions marked by persistent depressed mood, including major depressive disorder.

Anxiety Disorders

Disorders characterized by significant fear or anxiety, including panic disorder and social anxiety.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A disorder involving uncontrollable obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.

Trauma-related Disorders

Disorders that stem from traumatic experiences, including PTSD.

Dissociative Disorders

Disorders involving disruptions in consciousness and identity, such as dissociative identity disorder.

Somatic Symptom Disorders

Conditions where a person experiences physical symptoms without a medical cause.

Feeding and Eating Disorders

Disorders characterized by severe concerns about food, such as anorexia and bulimia.

Elimination Disorders

Disorders related to inappropriate elimination of urine or feces, typically diagnosed in childhood.

Sleep-Wake Disorders

Disorders that significantly disrupt sleep patterns, such as insomnia.

Sexual Dysfunctions

Disorders that interfere with sexual functioning, including erectile disorder.

Gender Dysphoria

Distress experienced by individuals due to a mismatch between their gender identity and assigned sex.

Substance-Related Disorders

Disorders caused by substance use or addiction, affecting functioning and behavior.

Neurocognitive Disorders

Cognitive decline significantly different from prior functioning, often due to medical conditions.

Personality Disorders

Enduring patterns of behavior that deviate from cultural norms and cause functional impairment.

Paraphilic Disorders

Disorders characterized by atypical sexual arousal that causes harm or distress.

Medication-Induced Movement Disorders

Movement disorders resulting from the adverse effects of medications.

Other Conditions for Clinical Assessment

Conditions that impact mental health but are not classified as mental disorders in DSM-5.