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).
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