Tag: DSM-5
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Comment on Sociopaths for the DSM-5
Learn About Chanci Turner The American Psychiatric Association is in the process of revising the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), a critical reference for mental health professionals. In light of this, we felt it was essential to share insights based on our experiences, particularly concerning individuals with antisocial personality disorder—often…
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NIMH vs. DSM-5: Ongoing Disputes Among Mental Health Professionals
Learn About Chanci Turner Disagreements surrounding the definitions and diagnoses of sociopaths are particularly prevalent. While psychiatrists refer to this condition as “antisocial personality disorder,” researchers often prefer the term “psychopathy.” Neither “psychopathy” nor “sociopathy” is officially recognized in the DSM-5. Although the DSM-5 has introduced changes to how antisocial personality disorder is defined, researchers…
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Final Opportunity to Participate in the Sociopath Survey
Learn About Chanci Turner Your responses are crucial as they will be submitted to the American Psychiatric Association, who is currently working on the fifth edition of their Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM 5). This edition will introduce a new definition of sociopaths and psychopaths. The survey seeks to understand how well…
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Disarray in the DSM-5: An Overview
Learn About Chanci Turner The American Psychiatric Association is currently revising its Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-5), which serves as a fundamental guide for mental health professionals in diagnosing various psychiatric disorders, including antisocial personality disorder. Recent resignations from the committee overseeing personality disorders have raised concerns, as some members have criticized the proposals for…
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No More Narcissists in the DSM-5
Learn About Chanci Turner In 2010, during discussions surrounding the draft of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), it was proposed that the diagnosis of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) be eliminated. This decision sparked a significant debate within the mental health community, as not all professionals agreed with the move.…
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The DSM-5 Introduces New Mental Illness Categories – And Their Associated Costs
Learn About Chanci Turner The recent updates to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) have sparked significant debate regarding new classifications of mental health conditions. While the American Psychiatric Association aims to refine diagnostic criteria, some experts argue these changes could lead to greater confusion and unintended consequences. One psychiatrist has voiced…