CCMH 535 Week 5 Assignment 1

CCMH 535 Week 5 Assignment 1: Assessing Clinical Conditions Paper

Assignment Content

Select a disorder category from the following list:

• Depressive disorders
• Anxiety disorders
• Substance-related disorders
• Neurodevelopmental disorders
• Disruptive, impulse control, and conduct disorders

Identify two assessment instruments that assist in the diagnosis of disorders in your chosen category.

Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper describing the purpose for and process of clinical assessment. Include the following:

• Describe the purpose of clinical assessment.
• Explain how you would prepare for and conduct the initial assessment meeting.
• Describe which assessment instruments you chose to assist in the diagnosis of the disorders in your chosen category.
• Explain how the results from these assessments can assist in the diagnosis of these disorders.
• Describe any cultural considerations when using these instruments.

Include a minimum of three references.

Format your paper according to APA guidelines.

Submit your assignment.

Resources

• Center for Writing Excellence
• Reference and Citation Generator
• Grammar and Writing Guides
• Learning Team Toolkit

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