Psy 270 Final Project - Psychological Disorder Analysis
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Final Project: Psychological Disorder Analysis
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University of Phoenix Axia College
Intake
Marla is a 42-year-old Hispanic female who came to the mental health clinic seek help for several symptoms currently causing her distress and impairing her level of function. Initially, Marla stated she was suffering from “trouble sleeping, feeling jumpy all the time, and an inability to concentrate (Axia College, 2010).” Marla believes her performance at work has suffered as a result of these symptoms. Fear of losing her job was the impetus for Marla to seek help.
Following intake, further analysis of Marla’s symptoms is required in order to reach an accurate diagnosis. The suspected diagnosis upon intake is dysthymic disorder, but since her symptoms meet the criteria for major depression, panic disorder with agoraphobia, and post traumatic stress disorder, further questioning is needed in order to rule these out. Following diagnosis, Marla will be provided with an overview of the possible causes and a treatment plan in order to reduce her symptoms and return her to a higher level of functioning.
Clinical Interview
Marla participated in an in-depth clinical interview process. Initial questions posed to Marla to establish a starting point for further analysis included the following:
1. Please tell me about what type of person your father was/is
2. What kind of relationship did you have with him as a child and what kind of relationship do you have with him now?
3. Please tell me about what type of person your mother was/is.
4. What kind of relationship did you have with her as a child and what kind of relationship do you have with her now?
5. Please tell me about your relationships with siblings
6. Please tell me what you remember most about your childhood.
7. Please tell me about your most memorable experiences in grade school, high school, and college (if applicable).
8. Have you had any significant romantic...
Your Name Here
University of Phoenix Axia College
Intake
Marla is a 42-year-old Hispanic female who came to the mental health clinic seek help for several symptoms currently causing her distress and impairing her level of function. Initially, Marla stated she was suffering from “trouble sleeping, feeling jumpy all the time, and an inability to concentrate (Axia College, 2010).” Marla believes her performance at work has suffered as a result of these symptoms. Fear of losing her job was the impetus for Marla to seek help.
Following intake, further analysis of Marla’s symptoms is required in order to reach an accurate diagnosis. The suspected diagnosis upon intake is dysthymic disorder, but since her symptoms meet the criteria for major depression, panic disorder with agoraphobia, and post traumatic stress disorder, further questioning is needed in order to rule these out. Following diagnosis, Marla will be provided with an overview of the possible causes and a treatment plan in order to reduce her symptoms and return her to a higher level of functioning.
Clinical Interview
Marla participated in an in-depth clinical interview process. Initial questions posed to Marla to establish a starting point for further analysis included the following:
1. Please tell me about what type of person your father was/is
2. What kind of relationship did you have with him as a child and what kind of relationship do you have with him now?
3. Please tell me about what type of person your mother was/is.
4. What kind of relationship did you have with her as a child and what kind of relationship do you have with her now?
5. Please tell me about your relationships with siblings
6. Please tell me what you remember most about your childhood.
7. Please tell me about your most memorable experiences in grade school, high school, and college (if applicable).
8. Have you had any significant romantic...