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Assessments & Diagnosis

Explore questions about mental health assessments, diagnostic language, and the evaluation process.

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A place to begin, understand, and go deeper.

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How Mental Disorders are Assessed and Diagnosed

Learn how mental health disorders are diagnosed and what to expect during professional assessments and interviews.

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Professional vs. Self-Diagnosis in Mental Health

Discover the importance of professional diagnosis in mental health treatment and how balancing self-advocacy with clinical expertise leads to better outcomes.

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The Risks of Self-Diagnosis in Mental Health

Discover the risks of self-diagnosis in mental health and the importance of professional evaluation for accurate treatment.

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The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)

Discover how the DSM-5 offers diagnostic criteria for 19 mental disorders, improving treatment accuracy and communication.

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Real questions and professional responses from our Answers archive.

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How are anxiety disorders different to personality disorders?

A parent struggling with anxiety and perfectionism asks how Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) differs from obsessive-compulsive personality disorder.

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Is my 5 year old showing signs of Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or Bipolar Disorder?

A parent asks whether a five-year-old’s intermittent disruptive behavior at school could indicate Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or bipolar disorder.