Debates in the mental health community

Debates in the mental health community

The change from the DSM-IV to the new DSM5 sparked controversy and debates in the mental health community in regards to ability to access services and how the patients were diagnosed.

Review the changes and select a side, either for the changes in the DSM 5 or against the changes.

Write a 1,050-1,400-word essay about the changes and in defense of the position in the argument you selected (for or against the changes). Be sure to include the following in your paper:

A description of the changes from the former DSM-IV diagnoses of autism, Asperger’s syndrome, Rhett’s syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder to the current DSM5 umbrella diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders.

A description of the potential benefits and potential consequences of the changes.

At least five scholarly resources to support your position

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide

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