Psychiatric diagnosis
Psychiatric Diagnosis
A Psychiatric Diagnosis (pronunciation: /saɪˈkaɪətrɪk daɪəɡˈnəʊsɪs/) is a process used by mental health professionals to identify and categorize mental disorders based on the symptoms and signs presented by a patient.
Etymology
The term "Psychiatric Diagnosis" is derived from the Greek words "psyche" meaning mind, and "iatros" meaning healer. The word "diagnosis" comes from the Greek "diagnosis" meaning discernment or distinguishing.
Process
The process of psychiatric diagnosis involves a thorough evaluation of a patient's mental health history, current symptoms, and overall functioning. This may include a clinical interview, psychological testing, and consultation with other healthcare providers. The diagnosis is then made based on the criteria outlined in diagnostic manuals such as the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) or the International Classification of Diseases (ICD).
Types of Psychiatric Diagnoses
There are many different types of psychiatric diagnoses, including:
- Mood disorders: These include conditions like major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and dysthymia.
- Anxiety disorders: These include conditions like generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and phobias.
- Psychotic disorders: These include conditions like schizophrenia and delusional disorder.
- Personality disorders: These include conditions like borderline personality disorder, antisocial personality disorder, and narcissistic personality disorder.
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