Mrs. Holdaway Case Study Summary

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Mrs. Holdaway is a 43 year old female who presented to the ED with experiencing several months auditory/visual hallucinations, increased depression, and making states in reference to feelings of worthlessness. Per documentation Her husband reports his wife stated she would be better off dead. At the time of the assessment Mrs. Holdaway denies suicidal ideation, homicidal ideation, and symptoms of psychosis. She reports experiencing increase depressive symptoms over the course of 2 years. She reports unemployment, financial issues, relational issues, and medical issues as stressors contributing to her distress. Mrs. Holdaway reports hearing a voice recently telling her she was worthlessness or nobody cared about her. She expressed feelings of

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