Definition of DSM-II - Reverso English Dictionary

Abbreviation

abr: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Second Edition

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book listing mental health disorders and criteria

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The diagnosis was based on DSM-II guidelines.
DSM-II was published in 1968.
Many professionals referenced DSM-II for years.

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Acronym DSM-II (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Second Edition)

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Chinese:精神疾病诊断与统计手册第二版, ...
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