The change from the DSM-IV to the new DSM-5 sparked controversy and debates in the mental health community in regards to ability to access services and how the patients were diagnosed.

essay about the changes and in defense of the position in the argument you selected (for or against the changes). Be sure to include the following in your paper: A description of the changes from the former DSM-IV diagnoses of autism, Asperger's syndrome, Rhett's syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder to the current DSM-5 umbrella diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders. A description of the potential benefits and potential consequences of the changes. At least five scholarly resources t