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Definition

DSM is an abbreviation that stands for Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a handbook used by mental health professionals to diagnose and classify mental illnesses.

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Example sentences

  1. The DSM is a tool used by mental health professionals to diagnose and classify mental illnesses.
  2. The new edition of the DSM includes updates to diagnostic criteria for several mental disorders.
  3. The DSM has been criticized for over-pathologizing normal human behavior.
  4. The DSM has been influential in shaping mental health policy and practice.
  5. The DSM is often used in research studies to ensure consistency in diagnosis across different settings.

Quotes

  • "The DSM is the bible of psychiatry." - Allen Frances
  • "The DSM is a medical diagnosis manual, not a treatment manual." - David Chalmers
  • "The DSM is a classification system, not a theory." - Thomas Insel

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