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Introduction
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.; DSM-5 ; [American Psychiatric Association [APA], 2013]) is generally viewed as a universal authority for psychiatric diagnosis in North America. It is an important classification and diagnostic tool used by mental health professionals in a variety of clinical and rehabilitative settings, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, occupational and rehabilitation therapists, and counselors. The school system is becoming an important setting wherein significant DSM-5 diagnostic determinations are occurring. Moreover, schools serve as an increasingly important venue for mental health promotion and treatment for students presenting with significant psychological issues, as well as for targeted prevention for those at risk. DSM-5 Diagnosis in the Schools was written as a resource for professionals in educational and school psychology, child and adolescent clinical or counseling psychology, as well as educational administration and policy. The 268-page volume is divided into 21 chapters and provides a solid resource discussing the system and organization of the DSM-5 and how this relates to common presenting problems in children and adolescents. The book includes practical recommendations for diagnostic decision making and coding, highlights links to special education eligibility under the Individuals With Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA), discusses ethical and professional issues in school-based assessment, and emphasizes the use of diagnosis as a foundation for effective intervention.
Content and Structure
The volume is divided into three distinct sections. Part I consists of three chapters in which the authors focus on important diagnostic issues...