DSM-5 Autism Definition: Why It Falls Short
The DSM-5’s definition of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has sparked significant debate since its 2013 release, with critics arguing it narrows the diagnostic criteria too much, potentially excluding many who need support. This shift from DSM-IV’s separate categories like Asperger’s syndrome and PDD-NOS to a single ASD umbrella aimed for clarity but raised concerns about…
