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DSM-5

The fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, including its definition of pedophilic disorder.

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Feb 3, 2026

What are the legal and clinical definitions of pedophilia, and how are they applied in criminal cases?

Clinical and legal meanings of "" diverge sharply: clinically it is a psychiatric/paraphilic diagnosis with specific DSM criteria focused on persistent sexual attraction to prepubescent children, whil...

Jan 27, 2026

What are the clinical criteria for diagnosing psychopathy in adults?

in adults is not a standalone disorder in the but is most commonly operationalized and assessed using the (PCL‑R), a 20‑item clinician‑rated instrument that yields dimensional scores and is widely use...