Mental illness is diagnosed based on _____________ and _____…

Mental illness is diagnosed based on _____________ and ____________ as evaluated by a psychiatrist, psychologist, licensed professional counselor, licensed social worker, or other qualified professionals using a tool known as the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, most commonly called the DSM-5.

“A personality disorder is an enduring pattern of thinking,…

“A personality disorder is an enduring pattern of thinking, feeling, and behaving that is relatively stable (inflexible) over time, and that deviates markedly from the person’s culture.” This deviation in thinking and behaving may affect one’s perceptions of themselves and others; emotional reactions; the ability to maintain healthy interpersonal relationships; and/or ability to manage impulses.