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Discuss how historic misconceptions of psychopathology    could potentially impact the treatment of this client. As part of    this discussion, you may include a diagnosis, any referrals that you    would make, and a general course of treatment.

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Review the diagnostic criteria on pages 99-100; 160-161; 561-562 of  the DSM-5. A counselor’s own perception of psychopathology is extremely  important in the diagnostic process. Using the case study of “Tina”, write a 500-750 word essay  in which you examine your thought process about her presenting issues.  Include the following in your paper: Discuss the […]

Respond to at least two colleagues in the following ways:  Compare the diagnosis you provided and the process in which you reached the diagnosis with those of your colleague.

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Discussion: Applying Differential Diagnosis to Neurodevelopmental Disorders  Social work clinicians keep a wide focus on several potential syndromes, analyzing patterns of symptoms, risks, and environmental factors. Narrowing down from that wider focus happens naturally as they match the individual symptoms, behaviors, and risk factors against criteria A–E and other baseline information in the DSM-5.  Over […]

Discuss the ethical and cultural     strategies for promoting resilience, optimum development, and     wellness in older adults.

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To prepare for this assignment review the   following theories of aging listed in Chapter 13, 14, and 15 of the textbook. The Five Factor Trait Model Rate-of-Living   Theories Cellular Theories Programmed-Cell-Death   Theories Information Processing Theory Continuity   Theory Competence and Environmental Press Theory Erik Erikson’s Integrity vs. Despair Part 1: Older Adult Interview Interview an older […]

If Abby were 5 years old and, instead of the symptoms listed in the scenario, her symptoms included nightmares, physical complaints, recurrent separation-related fear, and a refusal to leave home, what DSM-5 disorder label might match her symptoms?

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SCENARIO: Abby is a 20-year-old female college student. For at least the last 3 months, Abby has experienced ongoing anxiety and worry without a specific cause for these feelings. She has been restless and has noticed that her muscles feel tense and that these symptoms are beginning to affect her behavior in a way that […]