On Friday I was listening to Radio 5 live in the morning and happened upon an interesting show concerning the diagnoses of mental disorders. The 5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM 5) has thrown into sharp relief the problematic nature of diagnosing mental illness.
The show featured psychologists, patients and psychiatrists and centred on the power relationship between the 'diagnoser' and the 'diagnosee'. It also talked about how it is for social workers to walk the line between protecting the public and protecting the individual who may have a serious diagnosis.
Whilst the show does feature other items besides mental health and diagnosis, I really do think it's worth a listen.
It'll be available until May 23rd and the show is here.
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