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The DSM Has Become the International Standard Diagnostic Classification System

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The DSM has become the international standard diagnostic classification system for epidemiology and many health management purposes.


Definitions:

Mental Disorders

A broad range of conditions affecting mood, thinking, and behavior, often resulting in distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important functions.

Psychiatrist

A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, often through medication.

Psychologist

A professional specializing in diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.

Prescribe Medications

The act of a healthcare provider authorizing the use of pharmaceutical drugs for a patient.

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