Assessing Adult

Which diagnosis should be considered?
What is the DSM-V Coding for the diagnosis you are considering?
What is your rationale for the diagnosis? Be sure and link the client’s signs and symptoms to the DSM-V diagnostic criteria to support your diagnosis.
What tests or tools should be considered to help identify the correct diagnosis?
What differential diagnosis should be considered?
What Treatment Strategy would you recommend?
What treatment would you prescribe and what is the rationale?
Safety
Psychopharmacology
Diagnostic Tests
Psychotherapy
Psychoeducation
What standard guidelines would you use to treat or assess this patient?
Clinical Note: Is depression a normal part of aging?