Discussion Post: Diagnosis of Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive and Related Disorders
Post 300 to 500 words response in which you address the following:
1) Provide the full DSM-5 diagnosis for Emily. Remember, a full diagnosis should include the name of the disorder, ICD-10-CM code, specifiers, severity, and the Z codes (other conditions that may be a focus of clinical attention). Keep in mind a diagnosis covers the most recent 12 months.
2) Explain the diagnosis by matching the symptoms identified in the case to the specific criteria for the diagnosis.
3) Discuss other disorders you considered for this diagnosis and eliminated (the differential diagnoses).
4) Describe an evidence-based assessment scale that would assist in ongoing validation of your diagnosis.
5) Recommend a specific intervention and explain why this intervention may be effective in treating Emily.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.