Wk 4 DQ 1 and 2

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Humanities

Review the “Case Formulation and the Diagnostic Process” media piece in preparation for this week’s discussion questions. https://lc.gcumedia.com/mediaElements/gcu-sequence-application/v1.1/?case-formulation-and-the-diagnostic-process

Discussion Question 1 – DUE TODAY

Study the “Case Formulation and the Diagnostic Process” media piece. Now, summarize the process of assessment, diagnosing, and treatment in your own words. What are some implications for not including the client in the creation of an effective treatment plan? How does the therapist support the client for beneficial behaviors to progress towards treatment goals?

This discussion question meets the following CACREP Standards:

5.C.2.b. Etiology, nomenclature, treatment, referral, and prevention of mental and emotional disorders.

5.C.3.b. Techniques and interventions for prevention and treatment of a broad range of mental health issues.

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

79) Encourage and reinforce all client actions that are determined to be beneficial in progressing toward treatment goals.

80) Work appropriately with the client to recognize and discourage all behaviors inconsistent with progress toward treatment goals.

Discussion Question 2 – DUE MONDAY September 24

How are treatment goals/objectives influenced by a therapist’s theory of choice? Cite two examples of how the counseling theory being utilized in therapy could dramatically alter treatment goals. Give an example or describe a reason that would prompt you to make a referral.

This discussion question meets the following CACREP Standard: 5.C.2.d. Diagnostic process, including differential diagnosis and the use of current diagnostic classification systems, including the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) and the International Classification of Diseases (ICD).

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

52) Arrange referrals to other professionals, agencies, community programs, or other appropriate resources to meet client needs.

55) Evaluate the outcome of the referral.

56) Initiate collaboration with referral sources.

78) Work with the client to establish realistic, achievable goals consistent with achieving and maintaining recovery.