1) Carla reports feeling very depressed. She has isolated herself from friends and family, and has been unable to work. Carla's family is concerned that she might try to commit suicide. They have approached you for help and advice. What tests and methods of assessment should you use in your evaluation?
2) Norman performs poorly in school compared to his classmates. He is fidgety and aggressive and has great difficulty completing his homework assignments. His teachers are considering holding him back a year and want your advice. What tests and methods of assessment should you use in your evaluation?
3) A man shows up at the emergency room at a hospital. You are called to consult on this case. The man does not know his own name. He is unable to identify what city he lives in, and is not sure how he got to the hospital. What tests and methods of assessment would you want to administer at this point?