> Citing the DSM V for psychology is like trying to win a philosophical debate by using Merriam and Webster’s. This, the whole x is/isn't a disease because how

> Citing the DSM V for psychology is like trying to win a philosophical debate by using Merriam and Webster’s. This, the whole x is/isn't a disease because how the DSM describes it debate is basically worthless. I get that it's helpful for some people to finally have a diagnosis that's recognized, but ultimately it's a spectrum of symptoms and behaviors and needing a label isn't strictly necessary for treatment and can often come with additional baggage that is less helpful.