Publications by authors named "Jhon Styven Sierra-Munoz"
Eur J Psychotraumatol
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how psychiatrists and psychologists diagnose adjustment disorder (AD) and distinguish it from major depressive episode (MDE) using a grounded theory approach that included interviews with professionals in Colombia.
- Key findings reveal that clinicians face challenges in discussing stressful events without medicalizing them, emphasize that while diagnoses are essential, they are not infallible, and view AD as a valid diagnosis reflecting varying responses to stress.
- The research suggests that recognizing AD can help prevent the overdiagnosis of MDE, and highlights the importance of considering AD similarly to MDE in treatment strategies, focusing on coping and interventions related to stressors.
