From the Research
The most recent DSM criteria is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR), as outlined in the study published in 2023 1. This edition updates the previous DSM-5, which was released in 2013, and includes revised text, clarified diagnostic criteria, and new diagnoses such as prolonged grief disorder. The DSM-5-TR also features updated coding to align with ICD-10-CM and contains corrections of technical errors. Mental health professionals worldwide use this manual as the authoritative guide for diagnosing mental disorders. Key changes in the DSM-5-TR include:
- The addition of new diagnostic categories, such as prolonged grief disorder and stimulant-induced mild neurocognitive disorder
- Modifications to the diagnostic criteria for over 70 disorders, primarily for clarity
- Updates in terminology to ensure non-stigmatizing language and appropriate attention to risk factors such as racism and discrimination The American Psychiatric Association periodically updates the DSM to incorporate new research findings and evolving understanding of mental health conditions, ensuring diagnostic criteria remain current with scientific advances in psychiatry and psychology, as discussed in the context of previous updates 2, 3, 4, 5.