PSYCHOLOGY 336: ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
Outline for the Diagnostic Case Write-Ups
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Your diagnostic write-up will consist of the following sections:
1. Summarize the presenting DSM 5 disorder(s) based on the case.
a. What is the individual’s background ?
b. What are your diagnostic impressions (diagnosis) for the case?
c. What are the symptoms and DSM 5 criteria supporting your diagnoses?
2. Additional Factors
After making a diagnosis, identify and discuss possible causes and assessment for confirming the diagnosis. Review the handout on the Multidimensional Model of Mental Health. Discuss in detail.
a. What are plausible psychological/ cognitive causes for the case?
b. What are potential biological/ medical factors?
c. What are probable social/ environmental influences?
d. What two (2) specific psychological tests would you use to clarify or confirm your diagnosis?
