The dsm-5 created a new disorder, disruptive mood dysregulation because child bipolar disorder had become a catch-all diagnosis for children who displayed uncontrollable rage
Critics believe that bipolar disorder has become a catch-all diagnosis for children who display uncontrollable rage. DSM-5 addressed this concern by: creating a new disorder called disruptive mood dysregulation. A child is openly hostile toward her parents. She argues with them constantly and will not do anything they say.