ICD-11 Clinical Descriptions and Diagnostic Requirements
The World Health Organization has recently published the Clinical Descriptions and Diagnostic Guidelines (CDDR) for ICD-11 Mental, Behavioural and Neurodevelopmental Disorders. The complete CDDR manual can be downloaded from its publication page on the WHO website, at the link below. From that page, you can also watch the webinar for the CDDR global launch, which took place on March 8, 2024, and download a poster describing new features of the CDDR.
WHO Global Clinical Practice Network
The WHO Global Clinical Practice Network is a network of more than 18,500 mental health and primary care professionals from 163 countries that was set up to participate in field studies related to ICD-11 Mental, Behavioural and Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Twenty studies have been conducted and used to make further improvements to the CDDR. The GCPN is still participating in research to support the aims of WHO, and have early access to additional materials and training opportunities. This includes access to the e-learning modules currently being piloted. Sign up to participate in the GCPN here.
ICD-11 Mobile/Online App: In Development
Exciting news for healthcare professionals and researchers! Introducing the much-anticipated ICD-11 mobile/online App. This cutting-edge application is set to revolutionize the way mental health professionals access and utilize the ICD-11 CDDR. With the forthcoming mobile and online app, clinicians will have the convenience of accessing the latest version of the ICD on their smartphones, tablets, or computers, making accurate diagnosis and streamlined documentation more accessible than ever before.
