Conditions Proposed by Outside Sources

There are a number of conditions that are being recommended for addition to DSM-5 by outside sources, such as mental health advocacy groups, that are still under consideration by the work groups. The following conditions are considered “under review,” and work groups will make a recommendation about their inclusion after further assessing the evidence. We welcome your comments on whether available evidence indicates that the following should be included in DSM-5.

Apathy Syndrome

Body Integrity Identity Disorder

Complicated Grief Disorder

Developmental Trauma Disorder

Disorders of Extreme Stress Not Otherwise Specified

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

Internet Addiction

Male-to-Eunuch Gender Identity Disorder

Melancholia

Parental Alienation Disorder

Seasonal Affective Disorder

Sensory Processing Disorder