Assignment: Trauma And Comorbidity
Veterans returning from a conflict zone may use recreational substances to moderate strain. The process of returning home can easily add to the strain the veteran is already experiencing from exposure to war trauma. In this Discussion, you diagnose and plan treatment for a veteran.
Review Learning Resources on trauma treatment for veterans, and conduct research in the Library for additional resources on the topic. Then read "The Case of Jake Levy." (Attached)
In Jake's case, the social worker has made several errors that delay Jake's ability to get substantial help for some time and actually endanger his reaching a positive outcome.
Post a 3- to 5-minute recorded video response (Closed Captioning Transcript is fine) in which you address the following:
Provide the full DSM-5 diagnosis for Jake. 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).
Identify any errors made by Jake's social worker when establishing his treatment, and explain how these may have negatively influenced his treatment.
Identify the first area of focus you would address as Jake's social worker, and explain your specific treatment recommendations. Support your recommendations with research.
Explain how you would manage Jake's diverse needs, including his co-occurring disorders.
Describe a treatment plan for Jake, including how you would evaluation his treatment.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.