Psychopathology Case Study #1: Lyonel Noopur Shah The Chicago School of Professional Psychology Psychopathology Case Study #1: Lyonel Introduction of Client Lyonel had low social functioning as a child. He has two brothers a sister but was always in isolation. Adults and his siblings would criticize him as being peculiar and “nervous.” As a teenager he learned about witchcraft and casting spells.…
* *Repeat above assessment for condition 2, 3, 4, etc. as appropriate** PLAN Pharmacotherapy (Includes new and continuing drug therapies and changes/discontinuations with rationale) MEDICATIONS (DRUG PRODUCT, STRENGTH, DOSAGE FORM) DOSAGE INSTRUCTIONS (DOSE, ROUTE, FREQUENCY, DURATION)…
The information provided should include elements such as: physiological mechanism, benefits, risks and adverse effects of SGA medication; recognition and treatment of the side effects; and how to self-manage their SGA medications (Goldfarb et al., 2012). MHNs can also assist SUs in teaching them coping strategies to manage side effects of their medication. These coping strategies include drinking water to avoid dry mouth; daily weighing, checking WC; maintaining healthy diet; and doing exercises for at least 30 mins a day; using sedative medications at night to avoid drowsiness; self-help books; participating in psycho-therapy groups. Moreover, MHNs can advocate for SUs, if they need their medications to be reviewed (Bradshaw & Pedley, 2012).…
Bipolar Disorder in the Primary Care Setting Mental disorders can severely affect an individual’s cognition and functionality. “Bipolar disorder (BD) represents a major public health concern; the World Health Organization (WHO) ranks BD as the sixth leading cause of years lost due to disability in young adults” (Rosa et al., 2010, p. 984). A case of a 24-year-old patient (Carla) with history of major depression and substance abuse was presented. Carla’s primary care physician (Dr. Benson) had been contacted by the patient’s concerned mother (Sandy) due to Carla’s increasingly erratic behavior.…
Bi-Polar depression is most prevalent can very severe. However, the good news is that it can be treated. Don’t worry about it, but ensure that the depressed person contacts a therapist who can advise him/her with appropriate treatment and medication. Regular visits with a therapist are important so the person can interrelate and talk about his/her feelings which he/she may not find possible with family and friends.…
Psychopathology Case Study: Guy Marine Rasquin The University of St Thomas Mental Status Exam Guy is a 54 year-old European-American. He is currently unemployed. Guy is heterosexual and married. Guy described himself as “spiritual but not religious”.…
James stated he was born in Miami, Florida and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He stated he has always lived with his maternal cousin whom he calls his mother; information was corroborated by the guardian. The youth currently resides with his maternal cousin/legal guardian and three cousins whom he refers to as his siblings, in Coral Springs, Florida. Mrs. Vedrine indicated to the best of her knowledge, the youth was born full term, of a normal pregnancy and without complications during labor or birth of James. Mrs. Vedrine reported it was unknown if James’s biological mother used any drugs while pregnant with James and if she received regular or frequent prenatal care as she noted James’ mothed was incarcerated throughout her pregnancy.…
Research methodology is the umbrella term for the ways in which individuals will use to gather data and information about others, such as interviews, case studies, experiments and surveys. In this critical review, I will focus on how case studies are used in terms of psychopathology; specifically in regards to offender profiling and the abuse of children. I will demonstrate by describing some case studies that have been used in regards to this, the strengths and weaknesses of case studies along with the limitations it may bring. I will attempt to explain how beneficial case studies are in terms of gathering data and information about participants. Case studies are the process in which in-depth, rich, qualitative information is gained about…
Introduction A person suffering from Bipolar Disorder, a mental illness, also known as a mood disorder, is caused by a biological disorder that occurs in a specific part of the brain and is caused by the dysfunction of neurotransmitters in the brain. The disorder is also referred to as manic depression which is a larger condition, and causes extreme mood swings known as bipolar mania (the “highs”) to bipolar depression (“the lows”) also known as episodes. The purpose of this paper is to explore through research the Effect and Impact of those effected by Bipolar Disorder.…
In the film Silver Linings Playbook, Bradley Cooper plays Pat Solitano, a man diagnosed with bipolar disorder who moves back into his parents’ home after spending eight months in treatment at a psychiatric hospital. Pat’s main goal is to repair his relationship with his estranged wife Nikki, who has filed a restraining order against him after he had come home one day and found her in the shower with another man whom she had known through work, and brutally attacked him. Pat’s therapist tries to persuade him to continue taking his medication since there is a significant chance that another violent outburst would send him right back into the clinic, but Pat tries to reassure his therapist that he is fine because he now has a new outlook on life,…
How manic-depression can change one's viewpoint of people and everything around them. Does it meet the three P’s? Yes, I believe it does meet precision, pertinence, and persuasiveness. How can it be refined for precision, pertinence, and persuasiveness? I think adding personal experiences that pretty much anyone can relate to would be one relevant form of persuasiveness.…
Topic: Bipolar Depression Purpose Statement: To inform about what is the cause of bipolar depression, and how you can treat it. Thesis: The bipolar disorder is a cause of the depressive moods or lows of mental disorder. Introduction Attention Getter: Sometimes we all have bad days, and even good days, but these sudden changes in our mind and body is not just a simple change, it can be a sign of a very serious problem that is “bipolar depression”.…
Sounds like something managed care would balk at paying. The section about the role of excessive dopamine influencing symptoms versus serotonin blockers was a bit confusing. I suppose because I was expecting a new hypothesis but the text did not go further into detail about…
The patient arrive to group on time. The patient was dressed and according to the season. The patient was calm, cooperative and alert. The patient introduced himself and was able to check in as a "9". The patient reported being abstinent from all, mood altering substances for 3.5 years.…
Bipolar Disorder in my Community By Webster’s dictionary, the meaning of stigma means ‘to dishonor or to disgrace.’ When that terms dishonor and disgrace come to mind, negative thoughts follow suit. Is having a bipolar disorder a stigma in our society, let alone our community?…