Disorder Symptoms and DSM-IV Diagnosis
Symptoms and Diagnosis Overview:
symptoms and diagnostic criteria follow below. While some of these Reading
Disorder symptoms may be recognized by family, teachers, legal and medical
professionals, and others, only properly trained mental health
professionals (psychologists, psychiatrists, professional counselors etc.) can
or should even attempt to make a mental health diagnosis. Many additional
factors are considered in addition to the Reading Disorder symptoms in making
proper diagnosis, including frequently medical and psychological testing
considerations. This information on Reading Disorder symptoms and diagnostic
criteria are for information purposes only and should never replace the judgment and comprehensive assessment of a trained mental health clinician.
Diagnostic criteria for 315.00 Reading Disorder
Reading achievement. as measured by individually
reading accuracy or comprehension. is substantially
below that expected given the person's chronological
and age-appropriate education.
The disturbance in Criterion
significantly interferes with academic
living that require reading skills.
If a sensory deficit is present, the reading difficulties
If a general medical (e.g.. neurological)
condition or sensory deficit
is present, code the
condilion on Axis III.
Also, See: Other Disorders Usually First Diagnosed in
Infancy, Childhood, or Adolescence
Other Mental Health
Diagnostic Symptoms and Criteria
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