Changes in (DSM)

The purpose of this assignment is to describe changes in way mental disorders have been diagnosed;
After reviewing this week's learning materials, in no less than 250 words, please address the following two prompts in your initial post. Be sure to include numbers (1, 2) to organize your post.

1) There have been five versions of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). Describe at least two changes that have occurred over these versions.

2) Consider the changes you described and discuss if you agree or disagree with the changes. If you agree, share the reason(s) you believe this was change was beneficial. If you disagree, share the reason(s) you think this change was negative.

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