In the context of the DSM-5, diagnostic features provide an overview of a psychological disorder.

Diagnostic Features

Diagnostic criteria in the DSM-5 specify the specific symptoms required for a diagnosis of a psychological disorder.

Diagnostic Criteria

Prevalence information within the DSM-5 indicates what percentage of the population is thought to be afflicted with a specific psychological disorder.

Prevalence Information

In the DSM-5, the detailed description of each psychological disorder includes information on the risk factors associated with the disorder.

Risk Factors for Psychological Disorders

In the DSM-5, each psychological disorder is described in detail using specific components. These components include diagnostic features (an overview), diagnostic criteria (specific symptoms required), prevalence information, and associated risk factors.

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The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) is the classification system used by most mental health professionals in the United States. Published by the American Psychiatric Association in 2013, it includes numerous categories of psychological disorders and provides detailed descriptions for each.

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)

Spielman, R. M., Jenkins, W. J., & Lovett, M. D. (2020, April 22). Psychology (2nd ed.). OpenStax. https://openstax.org/books/psychology-2e/pages/1-introduction

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