DSM-5-TR
Also written as: DSM-5-TR — Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision, published by the American Psychiatric Association. The primary diagnostic classification system used in mental health documentation.
Full Definition
The DSM-5-TR is the authoritative guide for diagnosing mental disorders in clinical practice and research. It provides standardized criteria, diagnostic codes, and terminology that mental health professionals use to ensure consistent documentation and communication. The text revision includes updated research findings and clarifications to diagnostic criteria. Editors must verify that diagnostic terms and codes referenced in clinical documents align with current DSM-5-TR standards.
Usage
Usage note: Always hyphenate as DSM-5-TR, not DSM 5 TR or DSM5TR. Verify diagnostic codes match current edition.
In Context
- "The clinician referenced DSM-5-TR criteria 296.23 for the major depressive episode diagnosis." — Clinical assessment report
- "All diagnostic coding must align with current DSM-5-TR classifications before publication." — Editorial guidelines