When a person is in a state of active crisis it is imperative that workers:
A. Reassure the client that the crisis will pass.
B. Mobilize his or her network of support.
C. Send him or her for a consultation with an expert.
D. Suggest that medication may be in order.
B
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Claire Gilliam is a 23 year-old single young woman who makes an appointment with her
internist complaining that lately she has been experiencing “crying jags” for no apparent reason. She adds, “I feel like I’m living in a fog. You know, there but not really.” Claire also reports fatigue, and a loss of interest in just about everything. She has a poor appetite, and has begun to lose weight. Overall, Claire feels irritable and overwhelmed. She is concerned about her work performance since she’s finding it harder and harder to concentrate. Further, her boyfriend is started to complain about their relationship. Reluctantly, Claire admits to a loss of interest in sex. She has never been (nor is currently) pregnant. Her physician suggested blood work and the test confirmed hyperthyroidism. Claire was referred to an endocrinologist who put her on the betablocker Toprol XL as well as Tapazole, an anti-thyroid medication that prevents the thyroid gland from over-producing thyroid hormone. What is the most likely diagnosis for Claire?
a) Major depressive disorder b) Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) c) Depressive disorder due to another medical condition d) Substance/medication –induced depressive disorder
Some normal curves are more peaked or flatter than others
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Abuse of females by intimate partners :
a. only exists in third world countries b. does not include rape c. is more prevalent than abuse of males by intimate partners d. all of the above
Due to the anonymity of the internet, internet online groups do not face the same ethical challenges as other types of groups
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false