1.
Imagine you are working for the court system, and one of
the defense attorneys has asked for a report regarding a client with an
intellectual developmental disorder facing legal charges. Describe what
information would be included in the report as well as who would serve as
supplemental sources of information.
2.
Read
the following brief case vignette. Your post will include a diagnostic summary
(written summary based on the case provided). It should include a provisional
diagnosis and rule/out diagnoses based on DSM-5-TR criteria. If you are
unable to come to a conclusion, identify what additional information you would
need to support a specific diagnosis.
Alex
is an 11-year-old boy who was referred to a local community mental health
agency. Alex’s parents report that Alex has been having difficulty at home and
school. Alex’s parents report they are concerned about Alex because he always
seems angry and has been defiant since he was younger. Although Alex often
loses his temper and has been reported as vindictive, his behavior does not
involve significant mood instability. Alex’s behavior has negatively impacted his
relationships with his siblings and has started to impact his
relationships at school.
1. Imagine you are working for the court system, and one of the defense att
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