The Defining Line
Diagnostic Criteria of DSM-5 Mental Health Disorders
The Defining Line course contains a series of short educational videos designed to simplify diagnoses in the DSM-5 that have overlapping diagnostic criteria. For example, are you familiar with the differences between Schizophreniform Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Schizoid Personality Disorder? Do you know what to ask to determine if a client is Bulimic or Anorexic? What is the difference between Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder? The objective of The Defining Line course is to equip you with the knowledge necessary to quickly and confidently answer these types of questions.
Dr. Alyson Carr
Part I Mania vs Hypomania
Quiz 1
Part II Bipolar I vs Bipolar II
Quiz 2
Part III Persistent Depressive Disorder vs Cyclothymic Disorder
Quiz 3
Comments
Acute Stress vs PTSD
Quiz 1
Comments
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder vs Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder
Quiz 1
Comments
Specific Phobia vs Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Quiz 1
Comments
Part I Schizophreniform, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective, Schizoid, Schizotypal & Brief Psychotic Disorder
Quiz 1
Part II Paranoid, Social Anxiety & Delusional Disorder
Quiz 2
Comments
Oppositional Defiant Disorder vs Conduct Disorder & Antisocial Personality Disorder vs Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Quiz 1
Comments
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder vs Intermittent Explosive Disorder
Quiz 1
Comments
Voyeuristic, Exhibitionistic, Frotteuristic, Sadism, Masochism, Pedophilic, Fetishistic & Transvestic
Quiz 1
Comments
Anorexia Nervosa vs Bulimia Nervosa
Quiz 1
Comments
Borderline vs Histrionic
Quiz 1
Comments
Factitious Disorder vs Malingering
Quiz 1
Comments
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Stereotypic Movement Disorder
Quiz 1
Comments
Delayed Ejaculation, Erectile Disorder, Male Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder, Female Orgasmic Disorder, Female Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder, Female Genito-Pelvic Pain Disorder
Quiz 1
Comments
Somatic Symptom Disorder, Illness Anxiety Disorder & Conversion Disorder
Quiz 1
Comments
Separation Anxiety Disorder vs Dependent Personality Disorder
Quiz 1
Comments
V Codes
Quiz 1
Comments
Enuresis & Encopresis, Trichotillomania & Excoriation, Kleptomania & Pyromania, Mild & Major Neurocognitive Disorder
Quiz 1
Comments
Very helpful, and so well done.
Very helpful, and so well done.
Read LessThis is an absolutely flawless explanation and compilation of study material. Dr. Carr has the gift of being able to present this challenging subject matter ...
Read MoreThis is an absolutely flawless explanation and compilation of study material. Dr. Carr has the gift of being able to present this challenging subject matter in a way that really points to what is needed for this exam. She has the teaching gene.
Read LessThis was so helpful for me with the diagnosis that have similar criteria. Thank you for the videos and making them affordable!
This was so helpful for me with the diagnosis that have similar criteria. Thank you for the videos and making them affordable!
Read LessTruly loved this tool. Prayerfully, it will help me with favorable scores on my exam. Thank you for taking the time, in creating this study material!!
Truly loved this tool. Prayerfully, it will help me with favorable scores on my exam. Thank you for taking the time, in creating this study material!!
Read LessThis course has helped me so much when it comes to distinguishing between the major Diagnoses. Thank you! ...Update: I passed the NCMHCE today! I failed my f...
Read MoreThis course has helped me so much when it comes to distinguishing between the major Diagnoses. Thank you! ...Update: I passed the NCMHCE today! I failed my first attempt at this exam and passed today. This course helped me a ton in knowing the best applications of the theories in regards to specific diagnoses. I know Dr. Alyson Carr's video courses played a large role in my success today. I highly recommend these videos in addition to the NBCC prep book with a couple simulations and of course... the DSM V.
Read LessDefining line really is helpful in identifying the differences in those overlapping symptoms. I feel more confident in diagnosing and taking test soon!
Defining line really is helpful in identifying the differences in those overlapping symptoms. I feel more confident in diagnosing and taking test soon!
Read LessI just took the NCMHCE today and I passed! In addition to reviewing the DSM, this website was extremely helpful in helping me to be prepared in being able to...
Read MoreI just took the NCMHCE today and I passed! In addition to reviewing the DSM, this website was extremely helpful in helping me to be prepared in being able to more confidently be able to understand the differentials and lines that separate each! Thank you!
Read LessDr. Carr, thank you so much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to create this studying tool for us. I authentically feel more confident taking my ...
Read MoreDr. Carr, thank you so much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to create this studying tool for us. I authentically feel more confident taking my exam this week. I can't say how valuable you are to us learners in the field. Thank you thank you
Read LessI have been searching for the right study materials and finally found it here! Thank you Dr. Carr! The material is intelligently designed and presented for m...
Read MoreI have been searching for the right study materials and finally found it here! Thank you Dr. Carr! The material is intelligently designed and presented for maximum comprehension, which is no easy feat!!! Dr. Carr obviously knows her “stuff” and has taken the time and effort to create the most streamlined approach. For the first time, I feel less overwhelmed about preparing for the MHC exam.
Read Lessthis course was very useful! thank you!
this course was very useful! thank you!
Read LessThis is an excellent resource to learn the difference between the Dx. I would highly recommend this inexpensive tool to learn the DSM-V.
This is an excellent resource to learn the difference between the Dx. I would highly recommend this inexpensive tool to learn the DSM-V.
Read LessIt helped a lot with differentiating specific diagnoses in the DSM-5. The V Codes also helped.
It helped a lot with differentiating specific diagnoses in the DSM-5. The V Codes also helped.
Read LessThis was the most helpful and beneficial study material I purchased. The DSM - 5 (understanding the difference in diagnosis) was explained very well and it w...
Read MoreThis was the most helpful and beneficial study material I purchased. The DSM - 5 (understanding the difference in diagnosis) was explained very well and it was easy to retain the information. Looking at the DSM - 5 and trying to study that was very overwhelming. This tutoring is VERY HELPFUL to overcome that feeling of dread or overwhelm. The BEST $20 spent and an INVESTMENT on myself. Thank You Dr. Carr :)
Read LessVery Very informative
Very Very informative
Read LessThis course is my favorite! Dr. Carr does an exceptional job of breaking down the diagnoses found in the DSM- 5 that are closely linked to another and explai...
Read MoreThis course is my favorite! Dr. Carr does an exceptional job of breaking down the diagnoses found in the DSM- 5 that are closely linked to another and explains the differences in such a way that it is easy to understand. I loved especially the quizzes at the end of certain sections so I could easily test my knowledge and go back to any section that I feel I need to brush up on. The section on the SCHID's is my favorite!
Read LessThank you for this! I feel if I had taken this course 2 years ago I would haven been better at my job!!
Thank you for this! I feel if I had taken this course 2 years ago I would haven been better at my job!!
Read LessI am in the process of preparing for my exam on June 12th of 2017 and needed a refresher as I've been out of school about 4 years. The DSM 5 came out right a...
Read MoreI am in the process of preparing for my exam on June 12th of 2017 and needed a refresher as I've been out of school about 4 years. The DSM 5 came out right after I graduated therefore I wasn't familiar with the changes. This course allowed me to remember the differences between specific diagnoses while learning some new ones. I feel my confident deciding between plausible and differential diagnoses :)
Read Less