Discuss the pros and cons of using CRISPR

Discuss the pros and cons of using CRISPR. Give an example of a situation in which you might advise a couple to look into using it. Give an example of a situation in which you would advise a couple against using it.

Elaborate on the role of genetics and/or environment on brain development

Elaborate on the role of genetics and/or environment on brain development. Choose a specific neurological disease, psychological disorder, or teratogenic exposure. Describe how genes and the environment contribute to the development of your chosen brain anomaly.

Discuss Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy

Discuss Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). Include what it is, the key components of this modality of treatment, the role of the therapist, and techniques that a therapist might utilize when working with a client from this treatment modality.

What is the importance of exploring bodily sensations and physical symptoms with Gwen?

What is the importance of exploring bodily sensations and physical symptoms with Gwen? What therapeutic value do you see in asking Gwen to “become her hip” and speak from it?

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) has been through several revisions since the first edition was published in 1952.  DSM-5 is the latest revision, and it was published in 2013.  The classification of mental health disorders is a classic debate.  At the center of this debate is whether disorders should be classified using categorical or dimensional approaches.  The DSM-5 integrates both approaches.  The DSM-5 changes created many adjustments, questions, and controversies.

Your Tasks

1) Read the material in “Learning Resources.”

2) Conduct a brief review of scholarly literature on DSM-5 changes.

3) Choose a major change in DSM-5 such as any one of the changes listed below or another change mentioned from your review of the scholarly literature that particularly interests you and discuss whether the change is an improvement or problematic from your point of view.  Be sure to cite your source(s) to support your opinion.

Some examples of major changes with the DSM-5 include:

  • Combining Axes l and ll
  • Dropping Axis IV (Psychosocial and Environmental Problems)
  • Dropping Axis V (Global Assessment of Functioning, known as GAF)
  • Removal of all subtypes of schizophrenia
  • Inclusion of bereavement
  • Any disorder change such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tobacco Use Disorder, Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders, etc.
  • Changes in terminology
  • Harmonizing with the ICD systems

Describe and compare osmotic thirst and hypovolemic thirst

Describe and compare osmotic thirst and hypovolemic thirst, and the sensors that monitor each type of fluid loss. Can you give personal examples of any of these processes?

What are some potential causes of brain damage in humans?

What are some potential causes of brain damage in humans? How do changes in the brain (such as brain damage from injury, aging, or substance abuse) impact human behaviors?

The important components of understanding behaviors

Explain the important components of understanding behaviors as abusive or nonabusive. 2. How is CSA defined legally? What is New Jersey’s specific definition? Should there be a federally imposed definition of CSA?

What are some of the significant clinical findings that would lead to the diagnosis of an STD?

What are some of the significant clinical findings that would lead to the diagnosis of an STD? What are some of the significant laboratory findings that would lead to the diagnosis of an STD?

Discuss a barrier to health care delivery resulting from state or federal policy or the law

Discuss a barrier to health care delivery resulting from state or federal policy or the law. What changes might you recommend to the policy/law and what positive or negative impact might you anticipate on patient care?