Some Psychologists Argue That the Whole Enterprise of the DSM

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Essay

Some psychologists argue that the whole enterprise of the DSM an inherently subjective process because clinicians vote on which diagnoses should be included or rejected. For example, new disorders have been voted in that reflect today's prejudice and values. Describe one of these changes in the DSM that reflects contemporary values.

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