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CNSL 531 - Diagnostic and Statistical Manual

(3cr) This course provides comprehensive instruction on the use of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders as a primary tool for diagnosis and treatment planning in clinical mental health counseling.  Students explore the history, development and structure of the DSM, as well as recent revisions and updates. Emphasis is placed on understanding diagnostic criteria, differential diagnosis, and cultural considerations influencing diagnostic accuracy. The course integrates case studies and clinical applications to improve proficiency in identifying and classifying mental health disorders. Ethical and legal issues related to diagnosis, as well as emerging approaches and criticisms of the DSM,  are also examined. 


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