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Melanie's husband has reported problems he is observing in the home with his wife. The couple has three school-aged children. When the siblings get home from school, Melanie is usually sleeping on the couch. She fails to help with homework due to bad headaches and forgets important school events. Dinner is rarely cooked because Melanie reports feeling pain in her joints. She dozes off at odd times during the day and even during important events. What disorder might a therapist diagnose for Melanie?

  1. Dementia
  2. Anti-social disorder
  3. Amnesia
  4. Chronic fatigue syndrome

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

Individuals who suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome do not see much improvement with rest. Excessive fatigue worsens with mental and physical activity. When completing an assessment, symptoms are often difficult to measure. The important signs to look for include headaches, joint or muscle pain, loss of memory, and extreme exhaustion.



Jason is a ten year old who has been demonstrating hostile and uncooperative behaviors on a regular basis. He will argue, talk back, and disobey anyone seen as an authority figure. Jason's school has met with his parents several times over temper tantrums observed in the educational environment. His parents complain about the constant arguing and his ability to annoy other people. What problem is Jason demonstrating?

  1. Attention deficit disorder
  2. Autism disorder
  3. Oppositional defiant disorder
  4. Bipolar disorder

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Jason is displaying oppositional defiant disorder. His behaviors have become a serious issue seen at home and school. These actions affect social, family, and academic life when compared to other children at the same developmental level. Other symptoms include resentment, questioning of rules, and a spiteful attitude.



A clinical social worker is establishing services for a family's daughter. She has been in trouble at school for bullying and initiating fights and, according to her parents, ran away from home twice. At the age of 12, she has already been in trouble for truancy and setting fire to a neighbor's garbage can. What do these actions indicate?

  1. Conduct disorder
  2. Oppositional defiant disorder
  3. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  4. Delinquency

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

Conduct disorder normally manifests before the age of 13 with serious violations to rules. Although, this problem is more common in boys, it also affects the female population. Children with conduct disorder are often physically cruel to people and animals. They lack a sense of guilt and demonstrate selfishness.



Borderline personality disorder makes individuals feel uncertain about their identity and self -image. Those suffering from this problem tend to take little responsibility for their predicaments and view themselves as victims. This disorder can have long-term chronic patterns, often affecting work and relationships. Which of the following symptoms is not associated with borderline personality disorder?

  1. Impulsiveness
  2. Obsession
  3. Substance abuse
  4. Sexual relationships

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Symptoms of borderline personality disorder include impulsiveness, substance abuse, and irresponsible sexual relationships, but not obsession. Other symptoms include the intolerance of being alone, feelings of emptiness, frequent anger episodes, and self-injury. Individuals with this problem often avoid real or imaginary abandonment and demonstrate impulsive tendencies. Group therapy is the most successful with borderline personality disorder.



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