Psychological science in the public interest, 18 2, 72145. Nurses, mental health professionals, addiction substance abuse professionals. Making sense of psychiatric diagnosis aims to cut through the misinformation, stigma, and assumptions that surround mental illness and give a clear picture of what mental illness really is. The diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders dsm is the handbook used by health care professionals in the. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders, fifth edition dsm5. This book helps those who may be struggling with mental health problems.
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