When examining mood disorders what are the major similarities and differences in symptoms between depressive and bipolar disorders? 150 words What are some specific counseling techniques from the course textbook used in working with persons who have depressive and bipolar disorders? Explain them. 150 wordsIdentify at least three cultural considerations with regard to treatment planning …
In the DSM-5, Gambling Disorder was moved from the “Impulse Control Disorders” category to the “Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders” category. Do you think that this was a good decision? Why or why not?
When examining mood disorders what are the major similarities and differences in symptoms between depressive and bipolar disorders?
What are some specific counseling techniques from the course textbook used in working with persons who have depressive and bipolar disorders? Explain them.
How do you establish a healing relationship with your patients?How has the healing relationship (counseling, coaching) been a part of your practice? How much counseling and what type of counseling?What are some of the challenges that you have had communicating with your patients? And how did you resolve them?How has miscommunication been an issue?How is …
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Describe the ethical implications of implementing religion or spirituality into therapy regarding the four areas of ethical consideration listed below. Explain how the Christian worldview can be used to help guide ethical decision making for each of these areas. Competence Multiple relationships Imposing religious values in therapy Informed consent
A client facing the decision of whether or not to have an abortion is likely to consider a wide range of factors before making the final decision. This often is the case for clients regardless of whether they view themselves as generally for or against abortion (or somewhere in between), as …
On your way home from dinner, you start experiencing sharp pains in your abdomen. You ate seafood—could you have food poisoning? What else might be causing your pain? Appendicitis? Should you head to the emergency room, or should you wait and see how you feel in the morning? Numerous ailments can affect …
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How are the theories similar and different? What are some strengths and limitations of each theory? What are some ways that each theory is compatible and incompatible with Christian concepts? Based on each theory’s concept of psychopathology, discuss any limitations as far as creating measurable outcomes for clients.
Boomerang and failure-to-launch are key terms used to describe young adults living at home. Boomerang has been connected to young adults who left home for a period only to return. This return could be for several reasons, including but not limited to continued education, divorce, or loss or lack of employment. Failure-to-launch is connected …
