Use a real-life person from a movie or documentary to write a 5-7 page paper in which you describe a diagnosis, discuss possible causes, propose a potential treatment, and discuss ethical considerations related to the case.
Introduction
DSM diagnoses are applied to symptomatic individuals who are brought to healthcare providers, which may result in labeling. But our understanding of the psychological conditions people experience is enhanced if we keep in mind that some ages and populations are probably more sensitive to environmental conditions than others. Selecting a diagnosis carefully and ensuring that it is evident in the client will result in the most effective treatment.
For this assessment, you will review a movie or documentary about a real-life person who has been diagnosed with a disorder listed in the DSM-5-TR and review diagnosis, possible causes, potential treatments, and related ethical considerations.
Preparation
- Select (and watch) a movie or documentary about a real-life person who has been diagnosed with a disorder listed in the DSM-5-TR.
- Howard, R. (Director). (2001). A beautiful mind. Universal Pictures.
- Note: You can learn how to reference this in your paper by reading Assessment 3: Film and Television References.
- Find two peer-reviewed journal articles in the Capella University Library.
- One article that focuses on behaviors associated with the disorder.
- One article that focuses on the efficacy of your chosen treatment for this disorder.
- Review Section 10 of the APA Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct
Instructions
In a 5–7 page paper, provide the following:
- Introduction.
- Describe the person depicted.
- Describe the diagnosis (1–2 pages).
- Discuss each criterion from the DSM-5-TR that the individual fits and does not fit for that diagnosis. Use examples from the movie.
- Discuss any race- or gender-related considerations or issues.
- Discuss any other conditions you would need to rule out.
- Possible causes (1–2 pages).
- Discuss a plausible explanation for the individual’s behaviors. Use scientific evidence from a peer-reviewed journal article to support your points.
- Describe the research findings.
- Demonstrate how it supports your explanation.
- Discuss possible causes based on a scientifically supported psychological theory.
- Describe the theory.
- Demonstrate how it supports your explanation.
- Discuss a plausible explanation for the individual’s behaviors. Use scientific evidence from a peer-reviewed journal article to support your points.
- Propose a potential treatment for the individual (1–2 pages).
- Describe the treatment.
- Detail why you chose this treatment.
- Use scientific evidence from a peer-reviewed journal article to support your choice of treatments.
- Ethical considerations (1 page)
- Describe ethical considerations a professional would need to follow when treating this individual.
- Use examples to demonstrate how these ethical considerations apply to the individual or treatment.
- Conclusion.
- Summarize your conclusions.
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