The WHO has published a new, extensive diagnostic manual titled – The Clinical Descriptions and Diagnostic Requirements for ICD-11 Mental , Behavioral, and Neurodevelopmental Disorders (CDDR). This manual is crafted to support qualified mental health and other health professionals in identifying and diagnosing mental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders within clinical settings. It will help improve access to quality care and treatment for a broader population.
Aligned with ICD-11 updates, the manual offers enhanced support for health professionals in identifying and treating a range of disorders. The notable features include: Guidance on diagnosis of newly added categories like complex post-traumatic stress disorder, gaming disorder, and prolonged grief disorder will aid in better recognizing distinct clinical features of these disorders, which may previously have been…
