5-1 discussion: treatment approaches for psychological disorders

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In this module, you will explore the concept of treatment for psychological disorders. You’ll consider how treatment approaches differ based on the psychological disorder.

For your initial post, read Chapter 1 of Evidence-Based Prevention. Then read each scenario below and determine which approach would best serve this client and why.

Note: Unlike for the other discussions in this course, you must first start a thread and complete your initial post in order to read and reply to your peers’ posts.

• Jayden, a 5-year-old boy, is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). His treatment provider is trying to help him increase eye contact with others.
• Trina, a 50-year-old woman, is diagnosed with bipolar I disorder. Her treatment provider is trying to help stabilize her mood.
• Desmond, a 22-year-old college student, is diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The treatment provider is trying to help decrease Desmond’s overall level of worry.
• How does the concept of treatment for psychological disorders apply to any of the following programmatic themes? You may want to review the Programmatic Themes document.
  • Self-care
  • Social justice
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Career connections
  • Ethics

Remember to respond to two peers while being respectful of and sensitive to their viewpoints. Consider advancing the discussion in the following ways:

• Engage in conversation with your peers around different treatments for specific psychological disorders.
• Consider asking a question or sharing your personal experience.