Briefly Describe How the DSM-5 Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Essay

Briefly describe how the DSM-5 diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder differs from corresponding diagnoses in the DSM-IV. How does the revision of the DSM-IV diagnoses relate to the distinction between categorical and dimensional approaches to diagnosis?

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Definitions:

Age 65

Refers to individuals who are 65 years old, marking the conventional age of retirement and seniority in many cultures.

Emergencies

Situations that arise unexpectedly requiring immediate action, often to prevent harm or damage.

Older People

Individuals who are advanced in age, often considered to be those who are 65 years old or older, facing various physiological and social changes.

Elderly Childless

Older adults who do not have children, which may impact their social support network and considerations for care in later life.