DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) is one of the diagnostic tool published by the American Psychiatric Association. This includes diagnostic and treatment of a particular mental disorder.
The main criticism of DSM is it adherence to the categorical model. The categorical model sees the person as having or not having a mental disorder. There is no degree of disorder.
The thyroid gland is a vital hormone gland. Its plays a major role in the metabolism, growth and development of the human body. It helps to regulate many body functions by constantly releasing a steady amount of thyroid hormones into the bloodstream.
