DSM Dx - AMFTRB Exam Questions Complete verified 2023 updated solution .

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) vs. Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder (SCD) - People with autism repeat certain behaviors, have disruptive behaviors, and trouble with social interaction (not necessarily speech). Individuals with SCD will NOT display these behaviors. People with SCD struggle to adjust their communication based on the specific situation. Specific Learning Disorder vs. ADHD - SLDs compromise student's ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell, or do math. While ADHD is characterized by limited alertness in academic environment Pica vs. Rumination Disorder - PICA is persistent eating of non-food substances. Rumination is the repeated regurgitation of undigested food not related to any other disorder (may chew and swallow again, or spit out) Language Disorder vs Child Onset Fluency Disorder - LDs refer to difficulties understanding or using written or spoken language, but not spoken language. COFD, aka Stuttering, is a specific LD, with repetition of words and prolonged syllables. Tourette's Disorder vs. Persistent Motor/Vocal Tic Disorder - Tourette's is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by multiple motor AND vocal tics, and is often comorbid with ADHD or OCD. PMVTD is characterized by presence of either motor OR vocal tics. Encopresis vs. Enuresis - Encopresis is repeated pooping in inappropriate places (at least age 4). Enuresis, aka bedwetting, is involuntary peeing, usually at night (at least age 5) Separation anxiety disorder (SAD) vs. Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) - SAD characterized by excessive anxiety about separation from home orl oves ones, whereas GAD is about everyday events and activities Selective mutism vs. Social anxiety disorder - SM is childhood disorder where child can't speak in certain situations. Children with SM are typically shy, anxious, and have difficulty with conversation. SAD can occur in children and adults, and is a persistent fear of social situations and anticipation of embarrassment or negative evaluation