1. What is the DSM5, and how is it used to determine a ‘differential diagnosis’ in a patient with a psychological disorder? Discuss at length, using examples and references.
2. What does the term ‘comorbidity’ mean? Give some examples and discuss at least three common comorbid psychological disorders.
3. Once a diagnosis of a psychological disorder has been made, treatment protocols are available to treat the condition. The criteria for a particular diagnosis are found in the DSM5. What information about your client/patient might you see described in a typical DSM5 set of criteria for any disorder?
