Diagnosing patients in the field of mental health requires a nuanced skill set that combines art and science. The DSM-5 Handbook of Differential Diagnosis is an essential resource for both experienced clinicians and students navigating the complex process of psychiatric diagnosis.
This comprehensive guide enhances your ability to:
- Elicit crucial information from patients
- Identify symptoms and recognize diagnostic patterns
- Determine potential causes for mental health conditions
- Formulate accurate and comprehensive differential diagnoses
With a focus on the intricacies of differential diagnosis, this handbook provides valuable tools that include:
- A six-step diagnostic framework that guides clinicians through the evaluation process
- 29 bottom-up “decision trees” to simplify complex diagnostic pathways
- 66 differential diagnosis tables to assist in refining tentative diagnoses
The DSM-5 Handbook of Differential Diagnosis also incorporates the official DSM-5 classification system, facilitating coding and offering an overview of all relevant DSM-5 diagnoses that should be considered during the diagnostic process. This feature is particularly beneficial for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their diagnostic accuracy.
Whether you’re a seasoned clinician or a student in the field of psychiatry, this handbook equips you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of mental health diagnosis.
Authors:
Michael B. First (Author)
Edition:
1st
Publication Date:
November 19, 2013
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