Library FAQs

You may need to cite information from a diagnostic manual, such as the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). Here's a reputable source with relevant information and examples for citing this type of information:

• The APA Style page Diagnostic Manual References provides guidance and examples for two common diagnostic manuals, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) or the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD).   
  • According to this page, "References for diagnostic manuals follow the format for books, and references for entries in diagnostic manuals follow the format for edited book chapters."
  • In both examples, because the author and publisher are the same, the organization (e.g., World Health Organization) is written only in the author element to avoid repetition. 

For more APA citation help, see the library's Citation Help: APA page or Ask a Librarian.