Psychodiagnostic Assessment

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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

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