DSM-5 changes to the diagnosis of schizophrenia, compared to DSM-IV, are best described as:

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The DSM-5 made significant changes to the diagnosis of schizophrenia by eliminating the previously used subtypes (such as paranoid, disorganized, and catatonic) and introducing the use of dimensional assessments to rate the severity of core symptoms. This approach aims to provide a more nuanced understanding of the disorder's manifestations in individuals.

DSM-5 Changes to the Diagnosis of Schizophrenia, Compared to DSM-IV