A 15-year-old freshman has been referred to the school psychologist by her father. The concerns include poor grades, withdrawal from her family, increased moodiness, and conflicts with peers. Briefly describe how the school psychologist might assess the possibility of substance use and how it may have impacted this adolescent
What will be an ideal response?
• Any reasonable response that reflects a comprehensive evaluation of the adolescent's strengths and deficits that would lead to an accurate treatment plan
• Full assessment of psychological functioning related to maladjustment in cognition, emotion, and/or behavior.
• Interview with parents, student, and others
• Review of educational records
• Medical evaluation
• Assess comorbid psychopathologies – depression, anxiety, conduct disorders, etc.
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