P3 - M.H. - DSM-5 and ICD-10: Diagnostic Tools for Mental Disorders Flashcards
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Overview of the DSM-5
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- The DSM-5 contains detailed information on every official psychiatric disorder.
- It provides specific criteria required for diagnosis and a thorough overview of each disorder.
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Diagnostic Features and Holistic Approach
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- Clinicians use the DSM-5 to identify symptoms that reflect the patient’s behaviour.
- The DSM-5 employs a ‘multi-axial’ system to build a comprehensive picture of the patient’s coping mechanisms and engagement with the world.
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Structure of the DSM-5
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- Section I offers instructions on how to use the manual effectively.
- Section II includes 20 categories of disorders listed in lifespan order, with severity spectrums for more valid diagnoses.
- Section III provides assessment tools and addresses cultural bias, highlighting disorders needing further research.
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Challenges in Diagnosing Disorders
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- Diagnosis can be highly subjective and vary between health professionals.
- Self-reporting by individuals may be unreliable due to perception issues or social desirability.
- There is significant overlap between disorders, making accurate diagnosis challenging.
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Positive Aspects of the DSM-5
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- The DSM-5 helps establish reliable categorisation and diagnosis of behaviours.
- It directs appropriate treatment and helps individuals understand their conditions.
- Incorporates latest findings in neuroimaging, genetics, and cultural considerations.
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Introduction to the ICD-11
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- The ICD-10, produced by WHO, is used internationally, including in the UK.
- It includes both mental and physical illnesses, making it useful for various professionals.
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Validity in Diagnosing Disorders
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- Aetiological validity refers to the consistency of the disorder’s cause among sufferers.
- Descriptive validity measures the similarity of individuals diagnosed with the same disorder.
- Predictive validity assesses how well diagnostic categories predict treatment outcomes.
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How many experts are involved in the conference for making a new adition of the DSM?
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168 top Psychiatrists
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Which classification system used primarily in US?
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DSM-5
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How many disoders are listed in the DSM-5?
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Over 70
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Primary purpose of DSM-5
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Provide treatment recommendations
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ICD-11 who makes it?
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WHO - Experts from ~120 different countries
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In DSM-5, diagnoses are typically based on:
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Self-Reported Symptoms
