DSM-5-TR Insanely Simplified: Unlocking the Spectrums within DSM-5-TR and ICD-10

Description

Master the complexities of the latest mental health guidelines with DSM-5-TR Insanely Simplified: Unlocking the Spectrums within DSM-5-TR and ICD-10. Authored by psychiatrists Steven Buser, MD, and Leonard Cruz, MD, this guide completely reimagines the dense criteria of the DSM-5-TR (Text Revision) into an accessible, easy-to-digest format. It is the perfect companion for students, busy clinicians, and medical professionals who need to grasp new diagnostic concepts quickly.

The book moves beyond rigid labeling by introducing a spectrum approach to diagnosis, viewing mental health on a continuum from normal to problematic (e.g., the “Depression Spectrum” ranges from Shallowness to Despair). It utilizes cartoons, mnemonic devices, and summary tables to make complex criteria memorable. This edition addresses key DSM-5-TR updates, including the new diagnosis of Prolonged Grief Disorder, and provides essential ICD-10 codes for accurate billing and documentation.

Key Features:

• Spectrum Approach: Reconceptualizes mental disorders along a continuum (e.g., Anxiety: Carelessness vs. Anxiousness).

• DSM-5-TR Updates: Covers critical additions like Prolonged Grief Disorder and new codes for suicidal behavior.

• Visual Learning: Features cartoons and mnemonics to aid retention of complex diagnostic criteria.

• ICD-10 Integration: Includes a summary of ICD-10 codes to ensure compliant coding and billing.

• Simplified Format: Breaks down technical jargon into clear, concise language for rapid understanding.