This session will provide an overview of diagnostic criteria and symptom overlap between trauma, anxiety disorders, and OCD. Discussion and research-oriented information on determining the correct diagnosis, as well as the negative impacts of a misdiagnosis. Education on the most effective evidence-based modalities for each disorder.

After hearing these differential diagnostic insights, you will be able to:

1) Detail how trauma, anxiety, and OCD present similarly and provide differential screenings and assessments; then,

2) Trace how inaccurate diagnoses of these issues and subsequent inappropriate treatment can not only be ineffective but also create other consequences and negative sequela then target the effective treatment components which must be included in the treatment plan for each of these diagnoses.