Citation

Lingiardi V, Di Cicilia G, Boldrini T. J. Psychopathol. (Pisa) 2019; 25(3): 132-138.

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(Copyright © 2019, Pacini editore)

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Abstract

Comprehensive and careful diagnostic assessment is a crucial aspect of the clinical management of suicidal patients. The new edition of the Psychodynamic Diagnostic Manual (PDM-2; Lingiardi & McWilliams, 2017) adds a needed perspective on symptom patterns depicted in existing taxonomies, enabling clinicians to describe and categorize personality patterns, related social and emotional capacities, unique profiles of mental functioning, and subjective experiences of symptoms. This paper provides an overview of the PDM-2, focusing on its diagnostic approach to evaluating patients presenting suicidal intention and behaviors. First, the basic premises of the PDM-2, including its rationale and structure, are briefly discussed. Second, following the multiaxial organization of this diagnostic system, the features and main innovations that can guide clinicians in their assessment and clinical management of suicidal risk are examined. © Copyright by Pacini Editore Srl

Language: en

Keywords

human; suicide; Suicide; suicidal ideation; Assessment; suicide attempt; personality; suicidal behavior; risk assessment; Diagnosis; disease classification; psychological aspect; psychodynamics; mental capacity; psychiatric diagnosis; mental function; Article; personal experience; symptom assessment; Psychodynamic Diagnostic Manual; Psychodynamic Diagnostic Manual 2