psychopathology discussion
This has 3 assignments; please cite relevant sources; assignments will be submitted through safe assign for plagiarism
Assignment 1: at least 250 words; APA format; please see PowerPoint attachment
Respond to the following questions from your future position as a mental health counselor. Be sure to follow the instructions below!
Your textbook is your best source to start with. Use of 2 additional professional sources is required.
1. How does society define “abnormal behavior”? How is “abnormal behavior” treated? Other than counseling/psychotherapy, and medications, what other forms can treatment take?
2. Define in moderate detail, each of the following: a one-dimensional model of conceptualizing abnormal behavior, and the multipath model of conceptualizing abnormal behavior. Include the impact on the treatment of each type of model. Be clear and specific.
3. What personal concerns do you have when you think about working with individuals who display abnormal behavior/mental illness? What thoughts and feelings does this stir within you?
Assignment 2: at least a paragraph; APA format; see AMHCA attachment
Read through the AMHCA (American Mental Health Counseling Association) Standards posted in the Courseweek and discuss what kinds of specialized training is recommended for mental health counselors.
Assignment 3:
Please see PowerPoint attachment
1. In a paper of not less than 3 double spaced typed pages (NOT including Title Page and Reference Page; must be APA style), using a minimum of 5 professional resources, complete the following in a well-thought-out the paper:
1. Define the types and specific roles of behavioral health practitioners, including that of the Clinical Mental Health Counselor.
2. What is collaborative mental health care? Why is professional collaboration crucial to the treatment of mental health issues and disorders? Give a specific case example.
3. How do knowledge and usage of the DSM 5 and the ICD 10 diagnostic systems promote successful collaboration among mental health professionals, as well as human service and integrated behavioral health care systems?
4. Your textbook addresses some basic psychopharmacological information under the topic of “Biology-Based Treatment Techniques.” What are the major classifications of medication used to treat mental health issues and disorders? Define each one and list the name of a commonly prescribed medication in each classification.
What DSM 5 mean:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j67-uC8icNE
