DIFFERENITIATING OCD AND ANXEITY DISORDERS

The 14-16 year delay in accurately treating OCD is unacceptable, and precise diagnosis is the first step in OCD treatment.  We will compare OCD with GAD, Specific Phobias, Social Phobia, Illness Anxiety Disorder, and Somatic Symptom Disorder.  It’s essential to understand the DSM-5 criteria for OCD to provide accurate diagnosis and treatment. Let's begin by diving into this exploration of diagnosing.  

• CLASS DESCRIPTION

  In today's fast-paced world, it is unacceptable that it takes clients 14-16 years to receive the correct treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This class aims to change that by equipping clinicians with the skills needed to accurately diagnose OCD and differentiate it from other mental health conditions, such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Phobias, Illness Anxiety Disorder, and Somatic Symptom Disorder.

  Why This Class Matters

  Misdiagnosis of OCD can lead to ineffective treatment and prolonged suffering for clients. Understanding the unique characteristics of OCD is crucial in providing the right care. This CEU class will guide you through the nuances of various mental health disorders, helping you to make accurate diagnoses.

  What You Will Learn

  1. Distinguishing OCD from GAD

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Typically involves pervasive and uncontrollable worry about multiple real-life concerns.
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Characterized by specific, intrusive, and often unrealistic thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) aimed at reducing distress from these obsessions.

  2. Understanding Specific Phobias and Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)

  • Specific Phobia: Intense fear of a particular object or situation (e.g., spiders, heights).
  • Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD): Focuses on fear in social situations, including fear of judgment or embarrassment, which can involve compulsive avoidance and ritualistic behaviors similar to OCD.

  3. Differentiating Illness Anxiety Disorder and Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD)

  • Illness Anxiety Disorder: Preoccupation with having or acquiring a serious illness despite few or no symptoms.
  • Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD): Excessive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors related to somatic symptoms that disrupt daily life, ranging from mild to severe.
  • Both of these disorders typically safety behaviors (compulsions) that they engage in. 

  4. Brief Overview of Other Disorders

  • Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
  • Schizophrenia
  • Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa
  • Tourette’s Disorder
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Kleptomania and Pyromania

  Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your diagnostic skills and provide better care for your clients. Sign up for our CEU class today and become a more effective clinician in diagnosing and treating OCD.

• CLASS OBJECTIVES

  PARTICIPANTS WILL:

  • Understand the DSM-5 criteria for OCD, GAD, Specific Phobias, Social Phobias, Illness Anxiety Disorder, and Somatic Symptom Disorder.
  • Compare and contrast OCD and Anxiety disorders for effective diagnosis.
  • Briefly understand other differential diagnoses of OCD.

   

• CONSULTATION

  THE LEARNING NEVER STOPS

  INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP CONSULTATION

  Enhance your learning experience with our consultation services. KDH Collective offers individual and group consultation sessions after completing any Trauma-Informed Therapy course

  $160 an hour.

  

• NBCC APPROVAL

  

  KDH Collective ACEP NO. 7323

   KDH COLLECTIVE HAS BEEN APPROVED BY NBCC AS AN APPROVED CONTINUING EDUCATION PROVIDER, ACEP NO. 7323. PROGRAMS THAT DO NOT QUALIFY FOR NBCC CREDIT ARE CLEARLY IDENTIFIED.  KDH COLLECTIVE IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL ASPECTS OF THE PROGRAMS.