In this assignment, you will integrate your knowledge of mental disorders with the essential crisis intervention and communication skills. Using the mental disorder you chose in the , as well as the information in this module’s readings, write a 800-1200 word report that addresses the following in essay format:
- Which mental disorder did you choose and why?
- Summarize the signs and symptoms of the mental disorder.
- What specific crisis events could most impact persons suffering from the mental illness?
- Name the types of methods you would suggest for working with such patients, i.e. communication methods, treatment, therapy, etc.
- How does/would your role as a human services worker impact the healing and restoration of patients who suffer from this disorder?
This formal report must:
- have a thesis statement (statement of purpose/intent), must indicate the topics to be covered
- use only professional, objective language. Use objective, formal, not conversational tone/style
- use APA style
- use direct quotes sparingly—work on paraphrasing and appropriate citations for the paraphrased information