Current Understandings and Controversies of Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

Abstract

Researching DMDD is crucial as it directly impacts clinical diagnosis and treatment strategies for mental illnesses. Understanding and addressing the controversies surrounding DMDD can lead to improved diagnostic criteria and better treatment outcomes for affected individuals. Through a comprehensive and extensive understanding of DMDD through literature search, it is found that there is a great dispute in the academic circle about the rationality and scientificity of DMDD. Based on this, the existing research results of DMDD will be partially introduced, and some existing controversies will be discussed. The main points of contention are the scientificity and rationality of DMDD’s inclusion in the DSM-5; And how the distinction between DMDD and other disorders is more rigorous because it involves different ways of treating different types of mental illness. Understanding these disputes is essential as they have significant implications for clinical practice and the overall approach to diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. Addressing these controversies can lead to improved diagnostic accuracy and more effective, tailored treatment strategies for individuals with DMDD.