The purpose of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-IV (DSM-IV) [and the accompanying casebook (see PA, Vol 81:45222; 94-168001-000)] is to provide clear descriptions of diagnostic categories in order to enable clinicians and investigators to diagnose, communicate about, study, and treat people with various mental disorders. More @Wikipedia
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