The current edition of the DSM specifies 5 axes for diagnosing mental disorders.

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The current edition of the DSM (DSM-5) does specify 5 axes for diagnosing mental disorders. These axes include clinical disorders, personality disorders and intellectual disabilities, medical conditions that may influence mental disorders, psychosocial and environmental stressors, and overall level of functioning. However, the use of axes has been de-emphasized in recent years and may not be as commonly used as in the past.

The Current Edition of the DSM Specifies 5 Axes for Diagnosing