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Disability: In 7th grade, based on the results of WISC-R, Clayton was diagnosed with functional intellectual disability. Mr. Murray also received a diagnosis of Inadequate Personality Disorder or Immature Personality. Additionally, he has lower back pain from a surgery 3 years ago.…
Tina could be diagnosed with GAD based on the symptoms listed above that coincide with the diagnostic criteria of the DSM-IV checklist.…
3. having restricted mobility, being unable to communicates; displaying challenging behaviour, carer having substance dependency, being too young, unable to carry on tasks…
also will be reported and may indicate a need for a different treatment and/or counseling about…
LM receives Special Education services as a student with a Serious Emotional Disability (primary) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (secondary). He has also been diagnosed with AD/HD and currently takes number of medications for this. The mental health provider indicates that they are currently working recognizing social cues and understanding social interactions, and struggles with his ability to be flexible with changes in routines.…
In the past, Dennis has received medication for a mental health problem. Dennis was prescribed psychotropic medication to treat his ADHD, according to his mother who also reported Dennis did not take his medication as required. The dosage and the name of the medicine are unknown. Dennis has received therapeutic day treatment with Y-CAPP while attending Churchland High School and Hodges Elementary School. According to his mother, he received services with the Churchland Psychiatric Associates. Dennis has shown no indications of homicidal ideation and no indications of suicidal thoughts. There is no evidence that he was ever physically or sexually abused. Dennis has been subject to bullying. There are no indications that he has been sexually aggressive. Dennis is currently not being treated for his past diagnoses. There are no reports of a psychological evaluation and records have been requested from Churchland Psychiatric Associates for his past…
|Karen is functioning at the 1.6 grade level in reading. Karen’s learning disability in the areas of reading comprehension and…
Upon Joe’s admittance to the program, his mental health assessment diagnosed him with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome, and Oppositional Defiance Disorder. His placement into out-patient services set a goal to help reduce his anger outbursts and teach him life skills that would help…
In order to properly diagnose Holden, consulting The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) is necessary. This book is the standard by which all disorders are classified in all psychology fields. There are five axises that all disorders are tested on to determine if they are credible or not. Starting with Axis 1 and working down to Axis 5, this paper will look at certain behaviors Holden exhibits to accurately diagnose his psychological problems.…
The classification system provides a means for the multiaxial assessment and includes Primary Diagnosis, Relationship Disorder, Medical and Developmental Disorders and conditions, Psychosocial Stressors, and Functional Emotional Development Level. Some approaches are less familiar to clinicians than other approaches and there would be no agreement on the choice of dimensions.…
The second differential diagnosis to be considered is Schizoaffective Disorder. This is described by Camer,…
Behavioral indicators of Client include withdrawn, depressed, resigned, and helpless; hesitates to talk openly; gives implausible stories about injuries or events; denies problems; appears fearful of caregiver or family member; and has lost touch with family and friends other than caregiver or alleged abuser.…
These disorders include PDD (pervasive developmental disorder), Asperger’s syndrome and Rett syndrome. This is linked to the developmental side of disorders. This is classed as an additional need because the managing of either of the disorders involves a mixture of different techniques, behaviour management, education, speech pathology, medication and support from friends and family. Some children may require a high level of specialist support whereas others may be able to function slightly more…
Randy has cognitive symptoms that include trouble focusing, distress, and difficulty paying attention. His positive symptoms include hallucinations as well as delusions. His negative symptoms are his lack of hygiene and flat effect.…
Recent controversy has erupted as to whether Attention Deficit Disorder in fact deserves the title of "disorder." Some people, like Thomas Armstrong, a psychologist and educator, believe Attention Deficit Disorder is merely a myth; "...a dumping ground for a heterogeneous group of kids who are hyperactive or inattentive for a number of reasons including underlying anxiety, depression, and stresses in their families, schools, and in our culture." (Armstrong 15) However, he and those who question the validity of Attention Deficit Disorder are mistaken. Attention Deficit Disorder is in fact a disorder because it is recognized as such in the American Psychiatric Association 's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (Fourth Edition), it is treatable through prescription medication and therapy and if left untreated inhibits one from functioning properly in society.…