Dsm-5 Analysis

Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, DSM-5). The DSM-5 is an evidence-based classification systems that was designed to help ensure accurate and consistent diagnoses based on the observation of the symptoms. According to the DSM-5, a person who is suffering from major depressive disorder must show impaired social and occupational functioning for at least 2 weeks with no history of manic behavior, and symptoms that cannot be attributed to use of substances or a general medical condition (Townsend, 2012, pg. 381). People who experiencing major depressive disorder usually show loss of interest in usual activities. For instance, they are not interested in performing their activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and eating. They