Flashcard: Understanding Psychiatric Classification and Disorders — 10 carte

Psychiatric Classification — purpose?

Standardizes diagnosis and communication.

DSM-5 — what?

Authoritative classification for mental disorders.

Anxiety Disorder — hallmark?

Excessive, persistent fear or worry.

Categorical Classification — definition?

Classifies disorders into distinct categories.

Mood Disorder — example?

Major depression or bipolar disorder.

Dimensional Approach — concept?

Assesses mental health on a symptom spectrum.

Nosology — field?

Classification of diseases, including mental disorders.

Validity — meaning?

Accuracy of disorder diagnosis.

Reliability — meaning?

Consistency of diagnosis across clinicians.

DSM-5 moved away from?

Multiaxial system (DSM-IV).