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How do we improve the DSM?
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This chapter comments on the continuous improvement process of the DSM-5, as outlined in the previous chapter. This chapter focuses on three aspects: the process of implementing changes, the scientific rationale to accept or reject proposals for change, and the aims and values guiding the continuous improvement process.
Title: How do we improve the DSM?
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This chapter comments on the continuous improvement process of the DSM-5, as outlined in the previous chapter.
This chapter focuses on three aspects: the process of implementing changes, the scientific rationale to accept or reject proposals for change, and the aims and values guiding the continuous improvement process.
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