Psychopharmacology is the logical investigation of the impacts drugs have on mind-set, sensation, consideration and conduct. The connection amongst medications and wrongdoing has a long history and is a pillar of fiction, broadly recorded in media reports and the subject of considerable logical examination. Medications are not generally illicit and their purchase and use does not generally prompt to wrongdoing. However, medications and wrongdoing are identified with each other in no less than three ways. To begin with, the prompt impact of medications on the psyche and body may make mental or physical states that by one means or another encourage animosity or robbery.…
On 07/24/2017 EE was trying to re mount his front porch awning when it suddenly fell on EE back. EE immediately felt a sharp throbbing pain. To help alleviate the symptoms he was experience EE iced his shoulder and took two Tylenol extra strength tablets. On 07/25/2017 EE scheduled an appointment with Dr. Ehab Brikho (Internist-38800 Ryan Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48310, phone: 586-274-2979) on 07/26/2017 to discuss his treatment options. EE does not have a RTW date as of yet.…
Medication Scenario My client, John, is a single 59-year-old white male. John was recently diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder and was prescribed Cymbalta. John earns approximately $22,000 per year and says he cannot afford to fill the medication. As John’s social worker, I have been asked to help him find a prescription assistance program.…
At today’s visit he is accompanied by his wife, he is awake, alert and oriented. He reports dull, left flank pain, severity 4/10, cancer related, manage with Percocet 10/325 mg. He states that he was talking morphine Er 30 mg, but has stopped the morphine because his pain improved.…
A. This week for the reporting period, I participated in redirecting calls, for clients, a forensic interview, and visiting Parkwood Residential Treatment Center. I observed social workers and also the clients interactions. During the forensic interview, I observed as the child would talk with the therapist. I could tell that the child was getting tired and irritated because the therapist was asking the same questions back to back. I also participated in sitting in with the social worker and the therapist at Parkwood.…
1. What kind of a history do you need to gather on the geriatric population prior to ordering psychotropic medication? A full and complete Medical history is important to consider any co-morbid disease processes. Has the patient been treated for or diagnosed with any psychiatric disorders or diseases?…
Among his many medical issues, he most notably has a history of chronic hyponatremia, chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) previously treated with Gleevec 300 mg twice daily for 9 years until 9 months ago - now in remission, polio, rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes type II. Nine days prior to his admission, he developed sudden onset of generalized weakness, hindering his ability to ambulate and perform ADLs. He reported quickly recovering and felt well two days later (seven days before admission). Approximately a week after his initial complaint, his symptoms recurred which prompted him to go to an urgent care for evaluation.…
Part 1: The Prevalence of Co-Occurring Disorders Throughout the previous years, researchers and practitioners progressively have become aware of the connection between substance abuse and mental disorders. Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) has realized that treatment areas required an outline of diagnostic criteria, assessment, psychopharmacology and substance abuse treatment for individuals with coexisting Mental Illness and Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse. This stemmed from co-occurring substance use and mental disorders that had commonalities which formed multiple problems, and the effect they have on treatment and its aftermath. The primary commitment of TIP is to offer practitioners and counselors with information regarding the fast progressing field of…
Janet is a thirty-year-old divorced woman with three children who is currently struggling with a major depressive episode. The depression first emerged when her now ex-husband David asked for a divorce a little over a year ago, but has become much worse lately. The divorce caused Janet to experience financial pressures, a drop in self-confidence, and a feeling of being overwhelmed by her children and her life. She reports experiencing a depressed mood, melancholia, anhedonia, weight gain, decreased concentration and decreased motivation. She blames herself for her situation, and constantly ruminates on her divorce, as well as her lack of social ties.…
Diagnosis The client, Gwen Cummings, comes to the inpatient substance use treatment facility presenting with apparent symptoms of severe substance use disorder and potentially childhood trauma. According to the criteria from the DSM-5 on Substance Use Disorder, the “substance is often taken in larger amounts or over a longer period than was intended” (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). Gwen shared that she and her boyfriend recently woke up late prior to their attendance at their friend’s wedding, unable to remember the details leading up to the end of the night. This, and other shared accounts from the client indicate that she met the first criteria for substance use disorder.…
After discussing with my team, we have decided to continue the diagnose with removing the stripped screws from MCU2 and taking the image of internal cabling for any loose connection. Furthermore, I would like to continue diagnosing the issue with no external flashes or speckle from MCU2 connected to the system. Is it possible for Francois to remove the stripped screws today or does he needs to take it home and continue the diagnose tomorrow? I understand you are going on a break and returning back on Feb 13, do you know who can I contact to continue the diagnose process? Is Francois available?…
1.) Briefly explain the fundamental beliefs of the anti-psychiatry movement. The fundamental beliefs of anti-psychiatry movement.…
There are a lot of steps to take in order to become a licensed recreational therapy. The first steps are taking in college when deciding which courses you want to take. There are six required courses that you must take in college in order to become a recreational therapist. These courses include human anatomy, assessment, medical and psychiatric terminology, characteristics of illnesses and disabilities, use of assistive devices and technologies, and most bachelor’s degree programs include an internship program. In order to be certified by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification, or the NCTRC, you do not have to obtain a bachelor’s degree in specifically recreational therapy, you can also be certified if you have bachelor’s…
Laura, is a forty-seven year old female, who is seeking therapy. Laura’s doctor recently referred her for treatment of depression. During Laura’s first session, she revealed that she is currently living with her common-law partner, of 15 years. She admitted to having a good relationship with her partner, however, stated that she keeps her distance and has trouble sharing her feelings with him. In addition, Laura acknowledged that she infrequently discloses private woes, and vexations with her partner and her friends, in fear that she will be seen as a “complainer”.…
George Lawler is a thirty-five year old who lives in a small community. He is married to Cheryl and is the father of two children. He is a physical education teacher at a small junior college. He also coaches the men and women’s track team. George has experienced many ups and downs with his psychological problems.…