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AMFTRB Exam: DSM Dx 2025-2026 fully solved & updated
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) vs. Social Pragmatic Communication
Disorder (SCD) - answer 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 - answer 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 - answer 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 - answer 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 - answer
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 - answer 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) -
answer 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 - answer 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
Reactive Attachment Disorder vs. Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder
- answer Both can occur in children who have severe disruptions in early
care, such as institutional care, neglect or frequent changes of caregivers.
Children with RAD have difficulty forming attachments and may be
emotionally withdrawn, whereas DSED is difficulty regulating social
interactions and an excessive desire for attention and physical contact
with unfamiliar adults (onset before 5)
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) vs. Conduct Disorder (CD) vs.
Disruptive Mood Disregulation Disorder (DMDD) - answer ODD is
characterized by disobedient, defiant, and hostile behavior towards
authority figures, CD is characterized by persistent pattern of aggressive,
illegal, or destructive behavior or towards others and/or property or
violating rights of others, and DMDD is characterized by severe recurrent
temper outbursts and persistent irritability and anger.
Brief Psychotic Disorder vs. Schizophreniform Disorder vs. Schizophrenia -
answer Brief Psychotic Disorder is characterized by symptoms of
psychosis lasting less than ONE month, Schizophreniform Disorder is
characterized by symptoms of psychosis lasting LESS than six months, and
Schizophrenia is a chronic disorder characterized by symptoms of
psychosis lasting at LEAST six months with additional negative symptoms.
Major Depressive Disorder vs. Unspecified Depressive Disorder vs.
Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD, prev known as dysthymia) - answer
MDD is characterized by one or more major depressive episodes,
Unspecified Depressive Disorder is characterized by symptoms of
depression that do not meet the full criteria for MDD or other depressive
disorders, and PDD is a chronic form of depression characterized by a
depressed mood for at least 2 years and additional symptoms, such as
difficulties with self-esteem, concentration, and ability to make decisions
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