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Generalized worry disorder: a review of DSM-IV generalized anxiety disorder and options for DSM-V.
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Depression & Anxiety (1091-4269) . Feb2010, Vol. 27 Issue 2, p134-147. 14p. 1 Chart. - Publication Year :
- 2010
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Abstract
- Background: Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) has undergone a series of substantial classificatory changes since its first inclusion in DSM-III. The majority of these revisions have been in response to its poor inter-rater reliability and concerns that it may lack diagnostic validity. This article provides options for the revision of the DSM-IV GAD criteria for DSM-V. Method: First, searches were conducted to identify the evidence that previous DSM Work Groups relied upon when revising the DSM-III-R GAD and the overanxious disorder classifications. Second, the literature pertaining to the DSM-IV criteria for GAD was examined. Conclusions: The review presents a number of options to be considered for DSM-V. One option is for GAD to be re-labeled in DSM-V as generalized worry disorder. This would reflect its hallmark feature. Proposed revisions would result in a disorder that is characterized by excessive anxiety and worry generalized to a number of events or activities for 3 months or more. Worry acts as a cognitive coping strategy that manifests in avoidant behaviors. The reliability and validity of the proposed changes could be investigated in DSM-V validity tests and field trials. Depression and Anxiety, 2010. © 2010 Wiley-Liss, Inc. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10914269
- Volume :
- 27
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Depression & Anxiety (1091-4269)
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 48069538
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1002/da.20658