Allen Frances
Allen Frances is a prominent American psychiatrist and academic best known for his role as the chair of the DSM-IV Task Force, where he led the development of the fourth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. He has been an outspoken critic of the over-diagnosis and over-medication of mental health conditions, particularly ADHD, and has raised concerns about the influence of the pharmaceutical industry on psychiatric practices. In recent news, Frances has been highlighted for his warnings about the 'Americanization' of psychiatry in Norway, particularly regarding the rising prevalence of ADHD as a diagnosis.
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Recent news mentions
Allen Frances regrets his role in expanding diagnostic criteria in DSM-IV and now sees an epidemic of ADHD.
Skremmende forsøk på å stilne kolleger og ADHD-debatten
Norway· 2025-12-05
The renowned American psychiatrist Allen Frances once told me that he had never met an expert who did not want to expand their own field of expertise.
Psykiatri er et fagfelt som er fullt av store, historiske feilNorway· 2025-11-28
Allen Frances is a psychiatrist who led the work on the diagnostic manual and has expressed concerns about the Americanization of Norwegian psychiatry.
ADHD er i ferd med å bli vår tids favorittforklaring. Hvorfor?Norway· 2025-11-19