Select a dissociative disorder case and a somatic symptom disorder case from DSM-5-TR Made Easy, found in Week4
Dissociative Disorders, Somatic Symptom and Related DisordersLinks to an external site., and discuss the person’s symptoms and how they fit with the diagnostic criteria for the psychological disorder in each case.
- Discuss each person’s symptoms and how they fit with the diagnostic criteria for the psychological disorder in each case.
- Describe which therapeutic modality (cognitive, behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, psychodynamic, etc.) would you recommend for treatment of each person in your selected vignettes, and why.
- Comment on why these types of disorders pose unique challenges for treatment.
- Utilize at least two scholarly sources for your assignment other than your textbook.
- Be sure to not copy the content from the book. All of the writing must be in your own words.
Additional Requirements
Your assignment should meet the following requirements:
- Written communication: Apply the standard writing conventions for the discipline, including structure, voice, person, and tone.
- Audience: Address the appropriate audience, using familiar, discipline-specific language and terminology.
- Professionalism: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and respectful of the diversity, dignity, and integrity of others, consistent with expectations for stakeholders in the psychology profession.
- Format: Use Academic WriterLinks to an external site. for guidance in citing sources in proper APA style. See the Writing CenterLinks to an external site. for more APA resources specific to your degree level.
- Length: 2–4 typed, double-spaced pages of content plus title and reference pages.
- Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:
- Competency 1: Apply diagnostic criteria in the major categories of DSM.
- Thoroughly address the content issue(s) presented by the questions.
- Competency 2: Evaluate the current diagnostic system.
- Include appropriate levels of critical thinking.
- Competency 3: Analyze the methodological, research, historical, and political aspects of diagnosis with sensitivity to cultural, diversity, and ethical principles of the field.
- Include relevant course and disciplinary concepts, theories, or materials, and apply them correctly.
- Competency 4: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the psychological professions.
- Convey purpose in an appropriate tone and style, incorporating supporting evidence and adhering to organizational, professional, and scholarly writing standards.
