DSM 5 Criteria for Delirium

Delirium can often be cured by treating the underlying cause and managing symptoms, but early detection and intervention are crucial for successful outcomes.

The DSM-5 criteria for delirium include a disturbance in attention and awareness, a change from baseline cognitive function, and evidence that the disturbance is a direct physiological consequence of another medical condition or substance use.

The DSM-5 delirium criteria emphasize the importance of inattention and reduced awareness of the environment, and they provide a broader list of etiological types compared to DSM-4.