Based on Meoldy assessment, her diagnosis is Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia). According to the DSM-IV individuals with Persistent Depressive Disorder experiences depressed mood for at least 2 years and for most of the day. Melody stated that she has been sad for most of her life. Also, she experience feeling "blue" and have had thoughts of suicide on and off since she was 16 years old. Melody is self- conscious around others and isolates herself in her room with the shades down and the lights off. Melody feels a sense of hopeless and not having a purpose. Overall, melody assessments correlates with the Persistent Depressive Disorder.
When using the Generalist Model, I would build rapport with the client through discussion, demonstrating
When using the Generalist Model, I would build rapport with the client through discussion, demonstrating