ICD-10 Classification of Mental and Behavioral Disorders: Clinical Descriptions and Diagnostics Guidelines

Chapter V, Mental and behavioural disorders, of ICD-10 is to be available in several different versions for different purposes. This version, Clinical descriptions and diagnostic guidelines, is intended for general clinical, educational and service use. Diagnostic criteria for research has been produced for research purposes and is designed to be used in conjunction with this book. The much shorter glossary provided by Chapter V(F) for ICD-10 itself is suitable for use by coders or clerical workers, and also serves as a eference point for compatibility with other classifications; it is not recommended for use by mental health . . .