Overview
In this assignment, you will focus on viewing your client through the lens of your chosen theoretical perspective as you complete the biopsychosocial assessment and case conceptualization.
Read 1 of the following cases from Ch. 4, “Bipolar and Related Disorders,” of The Clinical Assessment Workbook: Balancing Strengths and Differential Diagnosis:
- Case 4.1
- Case 4.2
- Case 4.3
Use the Biopsychosocial Assessment form located on the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Resources website in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling menu.
Conduct a biopsychosocial assessment of the client described in your selected case in the same manner as for the case of Carolyn in Weeks 2 and 3. Consider these instructions:
- If a Mini Mental Status Exam isn’t completed, indicate that in the cognitive section of the Mental Status part of the assessment.
- Although the case study may not provide in-depth information for all sections of the biopsychosocial assessment, please use the information as provided and note if there is no information given for a specific area.
Complete a 400-word assessment using the Biopsychosocial Assessment form for your selected case. Use full sentences and appropriate grammar.
Support your assessment with appropriate terminology from DSM-5-TR.
Include a minimum 125-word case conceptualization that explains the issues, symptoms, and diagnosis framed in a theoretical lens.
Cite the selected case and any other supporting resources used.
Format your citations and reference page according to APA guidelines.