At the heart of every great mystery lies a solution. Just as a good detective may use specific guidelines to gather evidence for a solution, so too might a good psychologist use set criteria to gather evidence for an accurate solution, or diagnosis. Although detectives focus on who is responsible for the problem, psychologists focus on why and how the problem surfaced. To make an accurate diagnosis, psychologists follow set diagnostic criteria outlined in the DSM. As a classification system for diagnosis, the DSM is important in the field, but current literature highlights the fact that, along with its strengths, limitations exist in it for accuracy in client diagnosis. For this Discussion, consider the classification system of the DSM. Think about the relative strengths and limitations of this classification system in making a diagnosis.With these thoughts in mind:Post by Day 3 a brief description of the overall classification system of the DSM in your own words. Then discuss the strengths and limitations of the DSM.References:American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). Arlington, VA: American Psychiatric Publishing. Introduction, Use of the Manual, Cautionary Statement for Forensic Use of DSM-5Assessment Measures, Cultural FormulationAppendix: Highlight of Changes from DSM-IV to DSM-5 Paris, J. (2015). The intelligent clinician’s guide to the DSM-5 (2nd ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Retrieved from the Walden Library.Chapter 5, “Diagnostic Validity”Chapter 6, “Dimensionality”Chapter 7, “Clinical Utility”Johnson, R. (2013). Forensic and culturally responsive approach for the DSM-5: Just the FACTS. Journal of Theory Construction & Testing, 17(1), 18–22. Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.Miller, R., & Prosek, E. A. (2013). Trends and implications of proposed changes to the DSM-5 for vulnerable populations. Journal Of Counseling & Development, 91(3), 359–366. Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.Mohr, J. J., Weiner, J. L., Chopp, R. M., & Wong, S. J. (2009). Effects of client bisexuality on clinical judgment: When is bias most likely to occur? Journal of Counseling Psychology, 56(1), 164–175. Retrieved from the Walden Library databases. McLaughlin, J. E. (2006). The pros and cons of viewing formal diagnosis from a social constructionist perspective. Journal of Humanistic Counseling, Education & Development, 45(2), 165–172. Retrieved from the Walden Library databases. Thakker, J., & Ward, T. (1998). Culture and classification: The cross-cultural application of the DSM-IV. Clinical Psychology Review, 18(5), 501–529. Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

Provide two separate and concise answers to each of these two discussion questions. Answers should be carefully thought out and fully articulated in the vernacular utilized in the provided study materials. References must be included and properly cited in APA format. I have included a list of all references that will be needed, plus PDF files of some of the listed references1. Review the vignettes located in the Topic 5 materials and then diagnose Robin and Becky with a psychotic disorder. Include the rationale for your diagnosis and how you were able to differentiate between similar conditions.2. Review the vignette of Brett located in the Topic 5 materials, and then provide a DSM diagnosis along with your rationale. Briefly review the biblical narrative in Mark 5: 1-20. How would you help a psychotic individual who insists that the etiology of his or her disorder is spiritual in nature and not biochemical? Review Mercer’s article and identify two recommendations you find relevant for a clinician treating Brett.