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The document discusses the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) which classifies different mental disorders and provides guidance for diagnosis, similar to biological classification systems. The DSM uses a multi-axial diagnosis approach with five axes to provide a more comprehensive understanding of a patient's overall mental health situation by examining clinical issues, personality, medical conditions, environment, and level of functioning.
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