Episode 93: Explaining the DSM-5
Psychology Has It Backwards
Diagnoses Shape Perception of Mental Health
The DSM-5 has expanded the landscape of psychiatric and psychological diagnoses, reflecting a growing tendency to categorize human experiences and mental states as illnesses. This framework often emphasizes dysfunction, focusing on what's 'wrong' with individuals rather than a holistic view of their experiences. New and unconventional diagnoses, like 'headline news disorder,' exemplify how societal influences can contribute to anxiety and mental health issues, raising questions about the validity and implications of such classifications for understanding human psychology.
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