ABSTRACT
Chapter 9 presents the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for ADHD along with the shortcomings of the previous version that led to their revision. The associated features supporting diagnosis of ADHD in DSM-5 are also highlighted. A summary of the changes made is given and their possible implications in clinical practice are discussed. This chapter also presents the diagnostic criteria of ADHD in ICD-10, and discusses the suggested revisions in the forthcoming ICD-11.
