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This is Part 3 of a series on obtaining and using mental health assessments (MIA) in investigations of possible MIGAMI incidents.
Part 1. The Initial Assessment.
Part 2. Prospectus and Requirements.
Part 3. Elaboration and Purpose.
MIA examinations require evaluation of a diagnosis. They require discussion and may be lengthy and difficult to complete, and you will want to be patient and patient-centered before you commit to taking MIA.
History of Initial Assessment and Initial Diagnosis
This time-honored process has been referenced throughout our country. But what about the initial assessment and the early diagnosis?
"Ralph Ginzburg"
1883 Marinette Sulka: “Early detection of hysteria
Source: Copyright of National Academy of Sciences, Upper U.S. National Park Service, Print NOV 11971.
1891 Peter Koven: “Housing, transportation, and the temperament of the north
Source: Copyright of National Academy of Sciences, Lower U.S. National Park Service, Print NOV 11968.
1891 Mel Gibson: “The bearer of doom
Source: Copyright of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, used with permission.
Source: Wikimedia Commons / sciemag -- open access.
The first assessment of mental health requires training on the part of the client and the therapist to ensure competency. We begin with a description of the mental health history, identifying the symptoms, and a brief description of the underlying depression or anxiety symptoms. Therapists should grasp the point of convergence and synthesis at which they can be of assistance. Strict limits may be necessary to prevent a meltdown and maintain a seamless experience.
The Mitigating Factors
Vertical commitment: Starting with a biweekly group, person-to-person, one-on-one basis.
Avoid disruptive or inaccurate information: Reducing distractibility through self-monitoring.
Stimulating the self: Increase self-promotion, improving self-focus.
Revitalizing the subject: Creating a bio-therapeutic interest for the self.
Vertical commitment: Starting with a biweekly group, person-to-person, one-on-one basis.
Achieving Beta-Phase Objectives
Copyright 2019 Dan Cable.
Beta-phase objectives include:
Recognizing that a psychological disturbance exists
Providing a means to deal with psychological disturbances that result
Encouraging the target to develop critical self-reflection and personal hygiene to promote positive changes
Showing the target a positive body image and begin implementing measures to promote positive body image.
The Beta-Phase Objectives
Copyright 2019 Ken Anderson.
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