Self-paced course
DSM 5 ESSENTIALS
“Learn on your time, without the rush.”
This course provides an in-depth introduction to the DSM-5, the leading manual used by mental health professionals worldwide for diagnosing and classifying mental disorders.
Why this exists
A calmer way to learn what this work asks of you.
You will explore the evolution of the DSM, its dimensional and categorical diagnostic approaches, and the crucial role of cultural formulation. The program covers major disorder categories including mood, anxiety, trauma-related, personality, psychotic, substance use, eating, and somatic disorders. Through case examples and diagnostic criteria discussions, you will develop the skills to accurately assess, differentiate, and apply diagnoses to guide effective treatment planning. This foundational knowledge is essential for clinicians, counselors, and students aiming to enhance their diagnostic competence.
Curriculum
What will you learn.
Introduction to DSM-5, including its history, structure, purpose, and key updates from DSM-IV.
Differentiating dimensional and categorical diagnostic models, and understanding cultural formulation’s role in diagnosis.
Overview of neurodevelopmental and neurocognitive disorder categories.
Diagnostic criteria and differential diagnosis for mood and anxiety disorders such as Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorders, GAD, and OCD.
Understanding trauma-related disorders including PTSD, Acute Stress Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder with clinical examples.
Exploration of schizophrenia spectrum and personality disorder clusters, focusing on diagnostic challenges.
Familiarity with substance use, addictive disorders, and eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating.
Overview of somatic symptom disorders, conversion disorder, sexual dysfunctions, and paraphilic disorders.
Learning how DSM-5 diagnoses guide treatment planning and therapeutic interventions.
Accessing supplemental resources including study materials, recordings, and faculty support for ongoing learning.
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- Full self-paced access
- Downloadable prompts and resources
- Lifetime access
You’ll earn 100 Mind Points with this purchase.
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₹2,800 · DSM 5 ESSENTIALS
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