You are providing care for a 42-year-old male patient who ha…

You are providing care for a 42-year-old male patient who has been dealing with depression and alcohol withdrawal. The patient’s family reports that in addition to his history the patient has been uncontrollably worried and fretting for several months. It seems like any little thing will set him off. He has also been complaining of nonspecific aches and pains that do not seem related to any injury that they remember. In addition to his other problems, the patient is also likely suffering from:

You are providing care to a 31-year-old male patient with a…

You are providing care to a 31-year-old male patient with a substance abuse problem. While explaining the treatment options that are available, the patient tells you that he does not really have a problem, he is just under so much pressure that he needs something to take the edge off. This is an example of projection.