The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (abbreviation: DSM) is a publication of works that classify psychiatric disorders. The DSM is created and published by the American Psychiatric Association.
Criticisms
There are a number of different criticisms that have been leveled against the DSM and its usefulness as a diagnostic manual.
Lack of Objective Analysis
The DSM does not require the use of objective analysis.
Financial conflicts of interest
The DSM had received funding from pharmaceutical companies.