While the previous DSM had different labels for different forms of autism,the DSM-5 has autistic spectrum disorder,which includes all the various forms.Which approach does this change represent

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The DSM-5's inclusion of various forms of autism under the single umbrella term "autistic spectrum disorder" represents a shift towards a dimensional approach. This approach recognizes a continuum of symptoms and severities rather than distinct categories.

While the Previous DSM Had Different Labels for Different Forms