The DSM Gets a Much-Needed Biological Update
By Editor • August 26, 2026 • 1 min read
The DSM, a cornerstone of clinical psychiatry, is finally set to incorporate biological insights into its diagnostic criteria. Historically, this manual has refrained from including biological aspects due to the nascent understanding of mental illness biology.
The DSM-5, introduced in 2013, faced backlash for lacking objective biological measures, prompting concerns about the medicalization of mental health.
Source: arstechnica.com
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