Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-IV-TR Fourth Edition

Text Revision

American Psychiatric Publishing, Inc., 2000, Paperback

Product Description

Since the DSM-IV® was published in 1994, we’ve seen many advances in our knowledge of psychiatric illness. This Text Revision incorporates information culled from a comprehensive literature review of research about mental disorders published since DSM-IV® was completed in 1994. Updated information is included about the associated features, culture, age, and gender features, prevalence, course, and familial pattern of mental disorders.

The DSM-IV® brings this essential diagnostic tool up-to-date, to promote effective diagnosis, treatment, and quality of care. Now you can get all the essential diagnostic information you rely on from the DSM-IV® along with important updates not found in the 1994 edition.

Stay current with important updates to the DSM-IV®:

• Benefit from new research into Schizophrenia, Asperger’s Disorder, and other conditions

• Utilize additional information about the epidemiology and other facets of DSM conditions

• Update ICD-9-CM codes implemented since 1994 (including Conduct Disorder, Dementia, Somatoform Disorders)

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Product Details

Title: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-IV-TR Fourth Edition (Text Revision)
Sales Rank: 259 in Books
Author: American Psychiatric Association
Publisher: American Psychiatric Publishing, Inc., 4th edition, 2000-06, Paperback, 943 pages, ISBN: 0890420254
Package Dimensions: 10 x 6.9 x 2.1 inches, 3.75 pounds

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