Native American Elder
Diagnosis of “A Native American Elder”
“Red” is the name you might use to describe a wide variety of colors—from crimson to magenta to pink. It is a convenient label, but it might not be specific enough in all cases. Similarly, a principle diagnosis is a label for a complex set of complaints a client presents. It is a classification that also aids in administrative functions such as completing insurance claims and determining treatment options; however, below the surface, individuals with the same diagnosis usually are quite different.
To prepare:
- Review this week’s Learning Resources.
- Focus on pages 106-134 of Abnormal Psychology.
The assignment: (1–2 pages)
- Construct a diagnosis for the case “Depression in a Native American Elder” described on page 11 of your text.
- Be sure to fully justify the diagnosis with appropriate references to the Learning Resources, and include necessary descriptors.
- Explain any additional information that might be significant to the assessment, treatment, and welfare of this client.
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Answer PreviewThe Native Americans tend to explain depression using the bodily conditions instead of the emotional aspects of a person. This is hence the reason that makes this elder deny that he is depressed. He describes his condition as having pain everywhere in his body. He claims to have to ache on his chest, stomach, and knees. He, however, disregards to issue of describing…
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