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December 2010 PMID 20728002

Is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition, histrionic personality disorder category a valid construct?

Jonas F Bakkevig, Sigmund Karterud

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The discussions feature references to the DSM, with some posts questioning the validity of certain mental disorder categories, like in the comments about Trump's behaviors fitting various diagnoses, which indicates a moderate level of engagement. The tone varies from informative to humorous, such as one post about the DSM's role in understanding mental health, to another about Trump's behavior. The variety of comments and tone suggests an overall moderate interest and engagement with the article's topic, with no strong push for change or deep critique.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance of the DSM as a key reference, with some explicitly supporting the article's critique of the HPD category.

InterestModerate interest

The posts reflect a moderate interest, touching on topics like mental health classifications and notable figures without deep technical discussions.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include personal remarks, references to mental health, and humor, showing some interaction but not extensive or critical analysis.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions seem to have limited immediate influence on perceptions of the publication or mental health practices, mostly serving as casual reflections.

Abstract in brief

  • The study examined whether the DSM-IV's histrionic personality disorder (HPD) category is a valid diagnosis and found that it has low prevalence, high comorbidity with other disorders, and poor internal consistency, indicating weak construct validity.
  • The analysis revealed two separate clusters of traits within HPD—one related to exhibitionism and attention-seeking, and another to impressionistic traits—casting doubt on the coherence of the category as a whole.
  • Based on these findings, the authors suggest removing HPD from DSM and instead maintaining its key features, like exhibitionism and attention-seeking, as part of a new subtype of narcissism.
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nano
@blueantennano.bsky.social · Bluesky

the b in bdsm stands for bondage the dsm is the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders

Mar 6, 2025 · 21 likes · 7 shares View post →
krbit.bsky.social
@krbit.bsky.social · Bluesky

"The primary reference book for understanding and diagnosing mental disorders is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR)." Look at the symptoms of dementia and compare them to trumps speech and behaviors. Notice the similarities?

May 7, 2025 · 3 likes View post →
Amanda Stern
@amandastern.bsky.social · Bluesky

I’ve been written about in two books (that I know about). One is in David Sedaris’s diaries: A Carnival of Snackery (it’s flattering) and the other is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) it’s not as flattering, but I can be found across ALL editions and on many pages.

Dec 16, 2024 · 3 likes View post →
Eve Sandwich Pope
@sandwichpope.com · Bluesky

usually, I am fine. Once in a while, every few months or so, the old ways seep in and I am weakened. thank you @tillybridges.bsky.social for this essay

Mar 27, 2024 · 2 likes · 2 shares View post →
adria88.bsky.social
@adria88.bsky.social · Bluesky

DSM is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Trump's behavior fits in several described mental disorders. Basically, we have a man with mental disorders as the US president. Good luck to all of us.

Mar 11, 2025 · 2 likes View post →
Linda Patch
@lindapatch.bsky.social · Bluesky

Hi Don! Always so nice to connect! The DSM is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. "The standard classification of mental disorders used by mental health professionals in the United States." Trump will need a volume all his own.

May 1, 2025 · 2 likes · 2 shares View post →

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Batty McKickenpunch
@redwavemonkey.bsky.social · Bluesky

The DSM is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. The manual is published by the American Psychiatric Assoc. Psychiatry is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental health conditions that affect mood, behavior. It’s mental

May 19, 2025 View post →
krbit.bsky.social
@krbit.bsky.social · Bluesky

"The primary reference book for understanding and diagnosing mental disorders is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR)." Look at the symptoms of dementia and compare them to trumps speech and behaviors. Notice the similarities?

May 7, 2025 · 3 likes View post →
Linda Patch
@lindapatch.bsky.social · Bluesky

Hi Don! Always so nice to connect! The DSM is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. "The standard classification of mental disorders used by mental health professionals in the United States." Trump will need a volume all his own.

May 1, 2025 · 2 likes · 2 shares View post →
3baa
@3baa.bsky.social · Bluesky

I googled it: DSM-5 is The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Illnesses

Apr 9, 2025 · 1 like View post →
adria88.bsky.social
@adria88.bsky.social · Bluesky

DSM is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Trump's behavior fits in several described mental disorders. Basically, we have a man with mental disorders as the US president. Good luck to all of us.

Mar 11, 2025 · 2 likes View post →
nano
@blueantennano.bsky.social · Bluesky

the b in bdsm stands for bondage the dsm is the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders

Mar 6, 2025 · 21 likes · 7 shares View post →
Amanda Stern
@amandastern.bsky.social · Bluesky

I’ve been written about in two books (that I know about). One is in David Sedaris’s diaries: A Carnival of Snackery (it’s flattering) and the other is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) it’s not as flattering, but I can be found across ALL editions and on many pages.

Dec 16, 2024 · 3 likes View post →
Pink Freud
@pinkphreud.bsky.social · Bluesky

All you’ve needed this whole time is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5).

Nov 26, 2024 · 1 like View post →
Eve Sandwich Pope
@sandwichpope.com · Bluesky

usually, I am fine. Once in a while, every few months or so, the old ways seep in and I am weakened. thank you @tillybridges.bsky.social for this essay

Mar 27, 2024 · 2 likes · 2 shares View post →