a diagnostic exam used to determine DSM-IV Axis I disorders (mental health disorders). It covers 6 diagnostic categories, and is often used in conjunction with an unstructured interview. The exam includes an administration booklet of questions for the examiner to ask and a scoresheet. Scores are not determined by "right" or "wrong" answers, but by number of questions that adhere to diagnostic criteria.
Definition contributed by CTorgerson about one year ago.