PRESENTER:

John C. Simoneaux, Ph.D.

OBJECTIVES:

• Describe the history of the development of diagnostic schemes, from the first attempts to current and proposed models
• Explain how to formulate a diagnosis through the use of hypothesis formulation and testing, flow charts, etc.
• List and describe recent relevant peer-reviewed research regarding diagnostic conundrums and difficulties
• Discuss proposed formulations outlined in the peer-reviewed journals for present and alternative diagnostic considerations.

AGENDA:

8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.    – Login

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

• From DSM to DSM-5 – the evolution of diagnosing mental disorders
• Formulating a diagnosis – rules and conventions
• Using DSM-5 tools and beyond
• Dangers relating to diagnosing

10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. – Break

10:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

• Diagnostic difficulties – easy or rocket science?
• The importance of taking a thorough history
• What does the literature say about diagnosing?
• Is DSM-5 our only option – some alternatives

12:45 p.m. Adjournment

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