Psychiatrists Can't Agree About This New Disorder

The video discusses prolonged grief disorder, a new psychological diagnosis causing debate due to differing definitions in the ICD and DSM manuals. The ICD focuses on clinical symptoms for broad use, while the DSM prioritizes research-based criteria. Both manuals agree on the disorder's existence but differ in symptom specifics, leading to controversy over standardization. The National Institutes of Health proposes the RDOC system, using neuroscience tools for better diagnosis. Recognizing prolonged grief disorder can improve clinician knowledge, service access, and public awareness, but requires careful peer-reviewed scrutiny.

What is the main reason for the debate around prolonged grief disorder?

• It is a physical health condition.

• It is a newly discovered disorder.

• There is disagreement on its symptoms.

• It is not recognized by any manual.

What was the original purpose of the ICD?

• To diagnose mental disorders only.

• To replace the DSM.

• To serve as an international medical diagnosis handbook.

• To focus on behavioral conditions.

How did the DSM gain popularity?

• By focusing on physical health.

• By being the first diagnostic manual.

• By being cheaper than the ICD.

• By prioritizing research-based criteria.

According to the DSM, which symptom is associated with prolonged grief disorder?

• Denial and blame.

• Experiencing a positive mood.

• Feeling that life is meaningless.

• Difficulty accepting the death.

What is a potential issue with having different definitions in the ICD and DSM?

• It eliminates the need for updates.

• It simplifies the diagnostic process.

• It leads to more accurate diagnoses.

• It makes the diagnosis unreliable.

What is the RDOC aiming to address?

• The cost of diagnostic manuals.

• The language used in diagnostic manuals.

• The lack of physical tests in psychology.

• The need for more mental health professionals.

Why is it important to recognize prolonged grief disorder?

• To focus solely on physical health conditions.

• To eliminate the need for the DSM.

• To reduce the number of mental health diagnoses.

• To increase public awareness and access to services.