In this assignment, you will record a video of yourself giving informed consent and moving through the questions included in a biopsychosocial assessment and mini mental status exam.  The video should only include the image and sound of yourself as you move through the interview. You should imagine that you are meeting with a client […]

Pick a movie that portrays a character or characters who is/are experiencing a psychological disorder/mental illness, such as one from the following list. Alternatively, pick a movie that portrays an example of a certain type of therapy. You may choose your own, but it must be approved by your instructor before you submit the assignment. […]

For this assignment, you will present the topic to the rest of the class in the form of a PowerPoint Poster. This is one slide, in the format of a poster. A second slide will be used for references only. Get creative!   You should have already picked your topic from the list of therapy […]

Your reflection should address all of the following questions between 750 to 1,000 words. Appropriate spelling, grammar, and punctuation required. Complete sentences are expected. All writing should be in your own words. APA references as needed to support your ideas; there is no requirement on number of references to include. Written in APA format.   […]

An isolated 70-year-old man, Raymond, lost his wife six months ago. Though he has long disliked people, he now finds himself suffering “unbearable” loneliness. He states he hasn’t considered suicide but has increased his alcohol consumption. He notes typically drinking, “a six-pack every evening in order to stop thinking so that I can fall asleep.” […]

Your reflection should address all of the following questions between 750 to 1,000 words. Appropriate spelling, grammar, and punctuation required. Complete sentences are expected. All writing should be in your own words. APA references as needed to support your ideas; there is no requirement on number of references to include. Written in APA format.   […]

Family Treatment Plan Instructions   Throughout the course, you have been participating in discussions and conceptualizing case studies based on specific therapeutic modalities. You will analyze the Floyd Family Case Study and create a therapeutic treatment plan for the family as a unit. You are free to use any of the therapeutic modalities discussed in […]

How will your increased knowledge of anatomy and physiology impact your chosen career?   Did these courses improve your ability to think critically about patient scenarios?   Is critical thinking important within your professional field?   Please make your initial post by midweek, and respond to at least one other student’s post by the end […]

End of Life Care The right-to-die is a concept stating that a patient with terminal illness should have the choice to voluntarily end his or her life. Some see this as a humane way to die with dignity, while others condemn this idea.   Patients in the entire United States can currently choose to refuse […]

Birth Control   Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, most forms of birth control are now covered by health insurance with no out-of-pocket costs, but there are limitations. Research the various methods/techniques of birth control and find statistical data on unplanned pregnancies across the United States and within your state.   In your post, address […]