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Because DSM is for diagnosing mental diseases and homosexuality is not a mental disease.

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In the dsm IV what is a midnight personality?

In the DSM-IV, there is no specific diagnosis or category known as a "midnight personality." It could be a colloquial or nonclinical term that is not recognized within the diagnostic criteria of the DSM-IV.


What DSM IV axis is ADD on?

In the DSM-IV, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is typically diagnosed on Axis I as a neurodevelopmental disorder. It involves symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. It is important to note that the DSM-5 has since replaced the multi-axial system with a more integrated approach to diagnosis.


What problems in earlier classification systems have the axes in the DSM-IV overcome?

The axes in the DSM-IV helped to address the limitations of earlier classification systems by incorporating a multidimensional approach to diagnosis. This allowed for a comprehensive understanding of an individual's mental health, taking into account both clinical disorders and psychosocial factors. Additionally, the inclusion of separate axes for different aspects of diagnosis promoted a more systematic and structured approach to assessment and treatment planning.


Axis III of the DSM includes?

General medical conditions or neurological conditions that may be relevant to a patient's past or current psychiatric problems. For example, someone with severe asthma may experience respiratory symptoms that are easily confused with a panic attack, or indeed, which may precipitate a panic attack.


Why do many psychologists criticize the DSM-IV-TR?

Many psychologists criticize the DSM-IV-TR for a variety of reasons including overmedicalization of human experiences, lack of attention to cultural factors, and reliance on categorical diagnosis which may not fully capture the complexity of mental health issues. Additionally, some argue that the DSM-IV-TR is influenced by pharmaceutical companies and may lead to overdiagnosis and overtreatment of mental disorders.