Diagnoosikriteerejä
Diagnoosikriteerejä, or diagnostic criteria in Finnish, refer to the set of specific symptoms, signs, and patient histories used by clinicians to determine whether an individual meets the threshold for a particular disorder or medical condition. These criteria serve to standardize diagnosis across practitioners and settings, improving communication, treatment planning, and research comparability.
In mental health, the most widely used diagnostic frameworks are the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
Key statistical concepts underpinning diagnostic criteria include sensitivity and specificity. Sensitivity measures the proportion of true
Diagnostic criteria evolve as scientific evidence advances. Updates to the DSM, ICD, or disease‑specific guidelines incorporate