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Which of the following are examples of nonverbal communication in face-to-face organizational and social interactions?

 What is the desired outcome for a client with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

Neurochemical changes that are implicated for children with ADHD include deficiencies or imbalances in

Identify the disorder below and bullet point the symptoms that made you come to the diagnosis. Eric’s mother contacted a therapy clinic because of their nightly battles over his computer use and homework. Prior to contacting the clinic, Eric, now a 16-year-old, had been kicked out of 3 separate elementary schools for inappropriate and disruptive behavior. He also suffered from seeming absent-mindedness, forgetfulness, and a short attention span. The medication that Eric took for some of his symptoms helped him significantly at school and was not kicked out of any more schools, but Eric was not completing homework assignments and was suffering from poor relationships at home because of conflicts over his computer use. When his mother tried to make him stop playing on the computer to do his homework, Eric flew into rages that frightened his mom, who was a single parent. He is almost completely uncompliant, lies, argues, and even throws objects when defying his mother. Eric possessed the skill and intelligence to complete homework, but not the motivation. His mom did not feel confident in controlling his behavior, and Eric knew his rages scared her. In this situation, the therapy clinic provided a tutor to assist Eric with his homework every day. Mike, the tutor Eric was matched with, provided a positive male role model and was able to set firm limits with Eric as well as provide the encouragement and positive feedback Eric was used to getting from video games. Though naturally resistant at first, Eric was able to adapt to the structure of doing his homework every night without a battle. Hint: Eric has 2 disorders.

Identify the disorder below and bullet point the symptoms that made you come to the diagnosis. There is only one answer. Brian is in seventh grade and does not have any friends or associates. He also has a history (five years) of becoming agitated and angry with his family members when he is asked to do any household chores or his homework. He challenges everything he is asked to do, including getting up in the morning and preparing for school. He is isolated and often grounded at home because he refuses to do what is expected of him. He is not doing well in school, because his interactions with peers and teachers are mostly negative and contrary. He often starts arguments with his peers. He does not complete his schoolwork during class and often tears up assignments or throws them in the trash rather than handing them to the teacher. Because of his lack of progress in school, he was placed in a behavior adjustment class and labeled as emotionally disturbed. In the class, he often blames others for his misbehaviors and refuses to take responsibility for any of his actions. He becomes angry quickly when he is asked to comply with rules.

In order to diagnose the presence of delirium, evidence of ____ is needed.

Using at least 3 bullet points each, explain how intellectual disability and learning disorders are distinct from one another.

Faith integration: According to the final class lecture, what are ways that God might answer prayers for, or bring about healing? 

According to Moffitt, individual risk factors are especially important for understanding __________, while social factors, such as deviant peer associations, are more important for understanding _____________.

Identify the disorder below and bullet point the symptoms that made you come to the diagnosis. There is only one answer. Johnny Tiko, an energetic 7-year-old, arrives at the clinic with his mother. Johnny’s mother states that his teachers report he is easily distracted by extraneous stimuli, has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities, leaves his seat when remaining seated is expected, and has difficulty waiting his turn. Johnny’s mother expresses concern about his behavior at home and school, and feels professional help is warranted currently.