Overview
DSM diagnoses are applied to symptomatic individuals who are brought to healthcare providers, which may result in labeling. But our understanding of the psychological conditions people experience is enhanced if we keep in mind that some ages and populations are probably more sensitive to environmental conditions than others. Selecting a diagnosis carefully and ensuring it is evident in the client will result in the most effective treatment.
For this assignment, you are asked to think critically about the current diagnostic system and the medical model of mental illness.
Preparation
Select (and watch) a movie or documentary about a real-life person who has been diagnosed with a disorder listed in the DSM-5-TR.
Examples:
Washington, D. (Director). (2002). Antwone Fisher. Fox Searchlight Pictures.
Howard, R. (Director). (2001). A beautiful mind. Universal Pictures.
Mangold, J. (Director). (1999). Girl, interrupted. Columbia Pictures.
Jackson, M. (Director). (2010). Temple Grandin. HBO.
Scorsese, M. (Director). (2004). The aviator. Miramax Films.
Klein, L. J., & Blush, K. (Directors). (2012). Of two minds. MadPix.
Flethcher, D. (Director). (2019). Rocketman. New Republic Pictures.
Pohlad, B. (Director). (2014). Love and mercy. Battle Mountain Films.
Note: You can learn how to reference this in your paper by reading Week 6: Film and Television ReferencesLinks to an external site..
Find four peer-reviewed journal articles in the Capella University LibraryLinks to an external site..
Two article that focuses on behaviors associated with the disorder.
Two article that focuses on the efficacy of your chosen treatment for this disorder.
Review Section 10 of the APA Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of ConductLinks to an external site..
Instructions
In a 6-7 page paper, provide the following:
Introduction.
Describe the person depicted.
Describe the diagnosis (2 full pages).
Discuss each criterion from the DSM-5-TR that the individual fits and does not fit for that diagnosis. Use examples from the movie.
Discuss any race- or gender-related considerations or issues.
Discuss any other conditions you would need to rule out.
Possible causes (2 full pages).
Discuss a plausible explanation for the individual’s behaviors. Use scientific evidence from a peer-reviewed journal article to support your points.
Describe the research findings.
Demonstrate how it supports your explanation.
Discuss possible causes based on a scientifically supported psychological theory.
Describe the theory.
Demonstrate how it supports your explanation.
Propose a potential treatment for the individual (1 full page).
Describe the treatment.
Detail why you chose this treatment.
Use scientific evidence from a peer-reviewed journal article to support your choice of treatments.
Ethical considerations (1 full page).
Describe ethical considerations a professional would need to follow when treating this individual.
Use examples to demonstrate how these ethical considerations apply to the individual or treatment.
Conclusion.
Summarize your conclusions.
Be sure to write your paper in APA format, cite all references in APA style, and include a reference list. Use the APA Style Paper Template [DOCX] to format your paper in APA style.
Additional Requirements
Your assignment should also meet the following requirements:
Title page: Include your name, course, date, and instructor.
References: The DSM-5-TRLinks to an external site., your textbook, and two or more peer-reviewed journal articles. Capella Writing CenterLinks to an external site. will help you with citing sources and formatting references.
Written communication: Written communication is free from errors that detract from the overall message.
APA formatting: References and citations are formatted according to the current APA style and formatting. Refer to the Evidence and APALinks to an external site. section of the Writing Center for guidance.
Length of paper: 6-7 pages typed, double-spaced pages.
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
