DSM in Action

A practical collection of treatment plans, intervention strategies, applications, and clinical resources for mental health professionals applying the DSM in Action. In DSM in Action: 5th Edition Text Revisions, experienced clinician and researcher Sophia F. Dziegielewski delivers a practical, hands-on resource for mental health practitioners to use in the diagnosis and assessment of psychiatric mental health conditions. Separated into two distinct sections, the book begins with an introduction to the major diagnostic assessment schemes used in the profession. The author then provides comprehensive diagnostic information for each selected category of disorder. DSM in Action: 5th Edition Text Revisions includes Quick References that highlight the most important diagnostic criteria, case examples demonstrating how those criteria may manifest in real patients, and treatment plans you can use in clinical practice. You'll also find discussions of the most significant changes between the DSM-5 and the DSM-5-TR, as well as specific applications designed to show you how to apply contemporary diagnostic frameworks to your practice. Perfect for professionals working in mental health including social workers, mental health counselors, psychologists, and other clinical professionals specializing in application of the diagnostic criteria into practice strategy and treatment planning. DSM in Action is also a must-read for graduate students studying psychopathology, abnormal psychology and mental health diagnosis. It can also be beneficial for the application of diagnostic and assessment information on licensing exams.