DSM V Criteria Flashcards
1
Q
Section A: Social interaction + communication (3/3)
A
- Reciprocity
- Verbal/non-verbal communication
- Developing/maintaining/understanding relationships
2
Q
Section B: Restricted & repetitive patterns of behaviour/interests/activities (2/4)
A
- Motor movements
- Sameness
- Fixated interests
- Hyper/hypo reactivity to sensory inputs
3
Q
Section C: Onset
A
Present in early developmental period
4
Q
Section D: Impairment
A
D. Clinically significant impairment in multiple areas of functioning (Severity levels: Requiring support, requiring substantial support, requiring very substantial support)
5
Q
Section E: Cormorbidity
A
Symptoms can’t be explained by comorbid diagnoses
