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How can you gently assess the severity of his trauma symptoms without pushing him to disclose more than he’s comfortable with? What are the potential benefits of trauma-focused therapy (such as Cognitive Processing Therapy or EMDR) for this patient?

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Scenario 4: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Background:A 40-year-old male veteran presents with flashbacks, nightmares, and hypervigilance related to his combat experiences. He reports feeling emotionally…

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How can you assess the patient’s emotional instability and the underlying triggers for her behavior? What is the role of validation in DBT for this patient, and how might it help her? What would be the initial therapeutic goals when working with a patient diagnosed with BPD?

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Scenario 3: Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Background:A 28-year-old woman is referred to you for evaluation due to recurrent episodes of emotional instability, impulsivity, and interpersonal…

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What are the key symptoms of MDD, and how do they relate to the patient’s presentation? How do you approach the discussion about medication options for depression? What are some lifestyle changes or behavioral interventions (such as behavioral activation) you might suggest to the patient?

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Scenario 2: Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) Background:A 50-year-old male comes to the clinic reporting feelings of hopelessness, low energy, and loss of interest in his…

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What are the key symptoms of GAD that you should assess further in this scenario? What are some non-pharmacological interventions you can suggest? How can you introduce the idea of therapy (such as CBT) in a way that feels less overwhelming for the patient?

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Scenario 1: Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Background:A 35-year-old woman presents for her routine check-up. During the visit, she discloses that she has been feeling increasingly…

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Step 1: Choose one of the following vulnerable patients to create a Medication Guide for the patient: Patient 1: 26-year-old female with a diagnosis of major depressive disorder and social anxiety disorder who is increasing in isolation and poor self-care. She is in her third trimester of pregna

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Medication Guide for Patient 2: 16-Year-Old Male with Major Depressive Disorder, Severe 1. Medication Classification & Rationale Chosen Medication: Fluoxetine (Prozac) Classification: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)…

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