Psych 394 An Oral Case Presentation

Overview

Present an Oral Case in a PowerPoint with Mrs. Z, a 31-year-old Italian American, seeks therapy following her husband’s betrayal. Her husband, a U.S. Army member stationed in South Korea, pursued an affair with another woman and followed her to Russia, where he was imprisoned. Lady Z now faces emotional distress, parenting challenges, and financial strain. Presenting Problem include: Persistent sadness, anxiety, and irritability

Sleep disturbance and fatigue

Intrusive thoughts about betrayal

Difficulty trusting others

DSM-5-TR Diagnosis: F43.23 – Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depressed Mood