DSM-5 included some significant changes to certain mental disorders and diagnoses. Some diagnoses even had name changes. One of these major changes was to the previously labeled Childhood bipolar disorder. This is now called __________ .

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Childhood bipolar disorder is now called Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder. This change was made to help mitigate unnecessary diagnosis. It is meant for children 18 years of age and younger, who exhibit persistent irritability, and recurrent and severe episodes of behavioral outburst.

DSM-5 Included Some Significant Changes to Certain Mental Disorders and Diagnoses