All psychiatric disorders are equal, but some are more equal than others! An unconscious bias that calls for precision terminology.
Alireza GhaffarinejadMatti Bock GuldagerGregers WegenerPublished in: The British journal of psychiatry : the journal of mental science (2024)
We address the unconsciously biased perception of psychiatric disorders, highlighting a hierarchical perspective that favours certain diagnoses over others. We aim to uncover reasons for these inequities, emphasising the need for a shift toward pathophysiology-based nomenclature that can promote equal support for each disorder, enhance treatment adherence and encourage open discussions.