Case Conceptualization B is an 11-year old female who was previously seen by a psychology intern at Catholic Charities to address problems with sustaining attention and focus. After psychological testing, B was diagnosed with:
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity Disorder
314.00 (F90.0) Predominantly inattentive presentation: moderate
315.00 (F81.0) Specific Learning Disorder With impairment in reading:
Reading rate or fluency, severe.
The diagnosis of specific learning disorder and ADHD allowed B to become eligible for educational support services through her school district. B has an IEP, but still struggles with the symptoms of ADHD because she is not on medication. B’s mother has stated that she is having difficulties obtaining approval from medical for psychiatric referral. B’s mother is aware that B may benefit from medication, as well as psychotherapy.
B’s mother C, was also a previous client at Catholic Charities, she worked with one of the clinical supervisors while experiencing her separation from B’s father “E”. C is a 46 year-old, Mexican immigrant who works full-time at a factory, and is a devout catholic. She has two older daughters’ 17 year-old D and 20 year-old P. P recently returned home after eloping to Mexico to marry her then boyfriend C. C’s family of origin is a traditional conservative Mexican …show more content…
In addition, B’s ADHD diagnosis poses unique challenges for B. Since B is not currently taking medications that may aid with her ADHD symptoms, she is easily distracted and loses track of time. Consequently, her inability to focus creates some friction between C and B. C is frequently reminding B of her homework and chores. C has stated that she “loses her patience” trying to get B to focus on daily activities. Also, B needs to be reminded of self-care skills including showering, teeth brushing, and getting ready for
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity Disorder
314.00 (F90.0) Predominantly inattentive presentation: moderate
315.00 (F81.0) Specific Learning Disorder With impairment in reading:
Reading rate or fluency, severe.
The diagnosis of specific learning disorder and ADHD allowed B to become eligible for educational support services through her school district. B has an IEP, but still struggles with the symptoms of ADHD because she is not on medication. B’s mother has stated that she is having difficulties obtaining approval from medical for psychiatric referral. B’s mother is aware that B may benefit from medication, as well as psychotherapy.
B’s mother C, was also a previous client at Catholic Charities, she worked with one of the clinical supervisors while experiencing her separation from B’s father “E”. C is a 46 year-old, Mexican immigrant who works full-time at a factory, and is a devout catholic. She has two older daughters’ 17 year-old D and 20 year-old P. P recently returned home after eloping to Mexico to marry her then boyfriend C. C’s family of origin is a traditional conservative Mexican …show more content…
In addition, B’s ADHD diagnosis poses unique challenges for B. Since B is not currently taking medications that may aid with her ADHD symptoms, she is easily distracted and loses track of time. Consequently, her inability to focus creates some friction between C and B. C is frequently reminding B of her homework and chores. C has stated that she “loses her patience” trying to get B to focus on daily activities. Also, B needs to be reminded of self-care skills including showering, teeth brushing, and getting ready for