In another circumstance, I had the opportunity to sit down and hear another patient’s story. This patient shared her beliefs on how she felt it was outrageous for her to be admitted to this unit. The anger in her voice was evident, while she was speaking. She stated multiple times that she was fine and the psychiatrist was simply punishing her by keeping her here on the unit. I later found out that this patient was admitted for an attempted suicide, as a result of an overdose.…
2. Anxiety & Cognitive Behavioral Consultation Clinic Psychologists at the CBT clinic specialize in child and adolescent anxiety and other mood issues. The clinic utilizes model of Co-location . Common referral reasons include adherence and compliance issues, behavioral problems, depression, anxiety, and sleep disturbances. Children presenting these problems are often seen by physicians, nurses, and social workers prior to being evaluation by psychologists.…
In the year 3000, humanity is no match for the Psychlos, a greedy, manipulative race on a quest for ultimate profit. Led by the seductive and powerful Terl, the Psychlos are stripping Earth of its resources, using the broken remnants of humanity as slaves. What is left of the human race has reverted to a primitive state, believing the invaders to be demons and technology to be evil. After humanity has all but given up any hope of freeing themselves from alien oppression, a young man named Tyler decides to leave his desolate home high in the Rocky Mountains to discover the truth, whereupon he is captured and enslaved. It is then that he decides to fight back, leading his fellow man in one final struggle for freedom.…
A court ordered psychodiagnostic assessment provided in the admission packet from Advanced Behavioral Health Services, LLC, show that William has been diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder and Cannabis Dependence. In addition, the attached clinical assessment provided by our Post D Clinical Clinician, William presents with significant history of polysubstance use and dependence. Due to his extensive substance abuse history, additional substance abuse treatment may be needed. As stated in the attached clinical assessment, there are concerns regards to family conflicts and the minimization of William’s behavior by both the youth and parents. This will become a more major concern at the period of home passes when adequate supervision and…
When it comes to what this TV show guest is saying is that a major depressive disorder is not a psychological problem is wrong. This statement is wrong due to the fact that it can be treated through the works of psychology through therapy. But this statement is also true in that it can be treated medically in some way. Saying this statement could possibly put some at risk depending on the type of medication, sometimes physicians would rather put someone through therapy depending on the patient’s medical history or if the might come across some complications taking an antidepressant. It has also been found that two out of three patients taking antidepressants see no change in there depressants and some have had traumatic events that caused the…
Other than that, the patients may also feel that they are different from others and not perfect as them. This will make them in dilemma and they will start being wondering why their conditions be…
Diagnosis of DID requires the psychiatric evaluation of a clinically trained mental health professional. Evaluation usually includes specific questions related to the disorder and its symptoms, prolonged interviews, and recording things in a journal between visits (DID). Interviews with family and friends may necessary in making the proper diagnosis. Most of the symptoms of DID are not concrete and observable; consequently, there is a degree of subjectivity in making the diagnosis.…
Rough Drafts on Abnormal Psychology reflection Introduction: Elliot Rodger has been experiencing depression with friends due to rejection from peers, especially females. As a result, he eventually destroys some of his mates, including himself. According to the journal article of Elliot Rodger, he faced some difficulties throughout his lifetime. However, these problems have led him to abnormal thinking, triggering his thoughts to murder himself and his peers.…
During my first semester I created a biopsychosocial assessment on a fifth grade student meeting criteria for Autistic Disorder with symptoms of Asperger's based on testing at Boston Children's hospital. Tests administered where the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS), as well as the Behavior Assessment System for Children (BASC). The student has demonstrated significant concerns in the area of emotional control from an early age. He has difficulties presenting himself in a social environment as well as handling changes in his daily routines due to delayed core social awareness and functioning skills. Tom ranges in the average to above average range pertaining to academics.…
In numerous research there seems to be the great divide between humanistic and behavioral psychology due to the lack of scientific evidence. The contemporary traditions of humanistic topics focused on the groundwork of theories (Hayes, 2012). There have been an increase frustration and confusion about numerous challenges of humanistic psychologist faced. In regards of assimilating humanistic psychotherapy into healthcare system, that traditionally experimental scientific approaches should be avoided (Hayes, 2012). Some researchers believe a choice need to be made in regards of evolving with evidence-based traditions or keep the humanistic ideas traditional and wait for history to agree.…
At that moment life completely stopped ! “Mommy, look what I found in your dream book!” one of the many things I would shout out as a child to my mother. She obtained her Bachelors of Arts in psychology from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University. She had several psychology related books and was very knowledgable in psychology related subjects.…
Like every child, I went through the ubiquitous “why” stage where I posed this question even to the smallest, most mundane events of life. Filled with genuine curiosity and fascination, I desired to understand the ornate workings of the world. Unlike the majority of children, however, I did not lose this fervor and drive to find answers. This inquisitiveness laid the foundation for my interest in research work. Growing up, my family placed a tremendous emphasis on health, fitness, and nutrition.…
Instagram, Tumblr, Facebook. Today’s generation is filled with this kind of social media that affects a lot of peoples perspective on how they view life and gives off some sort of unrealistic idea of how you should look and act everyday. As you see an increase in social media in peoples everyday lives, the need of psychiatrists will also expand. In today’s society some people will experience these problems and might think they can handle it well by their own guidance. In other cases, however, people have disorders that are not such simple problems that require additional help from psychiatrists.…
Psychology is “the science of the mind or of mental states and processes. It’s the science of human and animal behavior. The sum or characteristics of the mental states and processes of persons or class of persons, or the mental states and processes involved in a field of activity. Another definition could be the mental ploys or strategy,” (Dictionary.com, 2013). Just by the definition of itself shows how it contributes to human relations.…
I am nervous about entering the psychiatric nursing world. My nervousness stems from fear of the unknown. I worry that I may use the wrong words or that my facial expressions may betray my feelings. I have worked with children with mental health problems on a smaller scale, and I have witnessed the emotional effect it has on their parents and due to this reason and I often wonder how health-care professionals are affected when working in a psychiatric environment. However, I have resolved to go into it with an open mind.…