5.1.2 Classification Systems

• In clinical psychology, classification systems are used to group mental disorders based on shared diagnostic
• Classification systems in clinical psychology ensure that individuals receive appropriate care by accurately identifying and classifying mental disorders.
• Which organization publishes the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)?

  American Psychiatric Association
• The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is developed by the World Health Organization and is used globally for clinical, research, and administrative purposes
• The DSM emphasizes specific symptoms and diagnostic thresholds, while the ICD covers a broader range of health conditions.
• What is the publisher of the DSM?

  American Psychiatric Association
• The focus of the ICD is on all diseases, including mental disorders
• Match the classification system with its publisher:

  DSM ↔️ American Psychiatric Association

  ICD ↔️ World Health Organization
• The DSM is widely used in the United States and is known for its detailed diagnostic criteria.
• Steps in using a classification system to diagnose a mental disorder

  1️⃣ Review patient's symptoms

  2️⃣ Compare symptoms with diagnostic criteria

  3️⃣ Identify matching disorder

  4️⃣ Develop treatment plan
• What are the two major classification systems used in diagnosing mental disorders?

  DSM and ICD
• The DSM is published by the American Psychiatric Association.
• The DSM is primarily used for clinical diagnosis and research
• Which classification system is used globally and covers a broader range of health conditions?

  ICD
• Classification systems in clinical psychology group disorders based on shared diagnostic criteria.
• One main purpose of classification systems is to accurately identify and classify mental disorders
• What framework do classification systems provide for professionals to share information about patients?

  Common language
• Match the classification system with its definition:

  DSM ↔️ Provides comprehensive criteria for mental disorders

  ICD ↔️ Covers all diseases including mental disorders
• Who publishes the DSM?

  American Psychiatric Association
• The DSM and ICD both use diagnostic criteria to classify mental disorders.
• The ICD is published by the World Health Organization
• What is the primary focus of the ICD in terms of diagnostic criteria?

  Broad health conditions
• Order the advantages and disadvantages of using classification systems:

  1️⃣ Facilitates accurate diagnosis

  2️⃣ Provides a common language for professionals

  3️⃣ Aids research and treatment planning

  4️⃣ Simplifies complex conditions

  5️⃣ May lack cultural sensitivity
• What is a disadvantage of using classification systems regarding individuals with mental disorders?

  Stigmatization