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Forthcoming fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)

JDW

Hello,

Does anyone have reservations on the proposed re classification of Autist Spectrum Disorders? 

These proposed changes would collapse three current diagnosis - Autistic Disorder, Asperger Disorder and a diagnosis called PDD - Not Otherwise Specified - into one diagnosis. This change has led to concerns about how individuals with these previous diagnoses, as well as individuals who have yet to recieve a diagnosis, will be impacted.

Does anyone know if these changes will affect the delivery of benefits and services in the U.K?

James


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  • Hello,

    Firstly I think that since child diagnosis seems to be a priority here it must also be the same in the U.S.

    I know that in the U.K DSM-IV is used as the diagnostic tool or measure of Autism as it is and has been for some years in the U.S.

    It is perhaps natural to believe that any changes made in DSM-V will soon be implemented her in the U.K.

    My own diagnosis straddles both ASD and Aspergers but my Psychlogist says that in such events the ASD diagnosis takes priority.

    In America these changes are worrying the Autisc community no end.

    James

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  • Hello,

    Firstly I think that since child diagnosis seems to be a priority here it must also be the same in the U.S.

    I know that in the U.K DSM-IV is used as the diagnostic tool or measure of Autism as it is and has been for some years in the U.S.

    It is perhaps natural to believe that any changes made in DSM-V will soon be implemented her in the U.K.

    My own diagnosis straddles both ASD and Aspergers but my Psychlogist says that in such events the ASD diagnosis takes priority.

    In America these changes are worrying the Autisc community no end.

    James

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