The Pocket Guide to the DSM-5-TR™ Diagnostic Exam

The Pocket Guide to the DSM-5-TR™ Diagnostic Exam by Abraham M. Nussbaum, M.D., M.T.S. is a practical clinical reference designed to help mental health professionals conduct structured and effective psychiatric diagnostic interviews using the DSM-5-TR™ (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Text Revision). Published by American Psychiatric Association Publishing, this portable guide is valuable for both experienced clinicians and those in training. It explains how to conduct efficient diagnostic interviews while building a strong therapeutic alliance with patients.

The book provides a step-by-step framework for performing diagnostic evaluations, including screening questions, mental status examinations, differential diagnosis strategies, and guidance on applying DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria in clinical practice. It also includes summaries of common psychiatric disorders, assessment tools, treatment planning guidance, and practical resources that support evidence-based mental health care.

Designed as a quick-reference handbook, this guide is ideal for psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric residents, nurse practitioners, counselors, social workers, and other behavioral health professionals. Its concise format makes it useful in hospitals, clinics, academic settings, and everyday clinical practice.