Abstract
A major feature of DSM-III is its multiaxial format. One purpose of this study was to examine the purported advantages of a multiaxial system as compared to those of a multicategory system, eg, DSM-II. We found that the multiaxial system led to a more complete and reliable diagnosis of complex clinical cases. Concomitant medical disorder and psychosocial stressors were coded with high levels of interrater agreement. We conclude that the multiaxial framework is a major strength of DSM-III.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1223-1226 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Archives of General Psychiatry |
Volume | 36 |
Issue number | 11 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 1979 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous)
- Psychiatry and Mental health