Exploring the feasibility of a meta-structure for DSM-V and ICD-11: could it improve utility and validity?

Background The organization of mental disorders into 16 DSM-IV and 10 ICD-10 chapters is complex and based on clinical presentation. We explored the feasibility of a more parsimonious meta-structure based on both risk factors and clinical factors. Method Most DSM-IV disorders were allocated to one o... View More