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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric condition characterized by a set of specific symptoms that develop in response to exposure to a traumatic event. It is classified and diagnosed based on criteria outlined in two widely recognized diagnostic manuals: the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), published by the American Psychiatric Association, and the International Classification of Diseases (ICD), used by the World Health Organization.
This introduction provides a brief overview of PTSD and highlights the importance of these diagnostic manuals in understanding and addressing this mental health condition.
Here's a table summarizing the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
| Criteria | Description |
|---|---|
| A. Exposure to Trauma | • Exposure to a traumatic event involving actual or threatened death, serious injury, or sexual violence. • The person's response involves intense fear, horror, or helplessness. |
| B. Intrusive Symptoms | At least one of the following: ♦ Recurrent, distressing memories of the event. ♦ Dissociation. ♦ Emotional distress triggered by reminders. ♦ Physical reactivity to reminders. |
| C. Negative Cognitions and Mood | At least two of the following: ♦ Negative beliefs about oneself, others, or the world. ♦ Distorted attributions of blame or guilt. ♦ Persistent negative emotions. ♦ Diminished... |
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