Bess has been using Valium for 2 years even though it impairs her work performance and jeopardizes her safety. She often drives while intoxicated by the medication. She shows neither tolerance nor withdrawal. According to the DSM-5, Bess’s drug use illustrates ____.
Read DetailsCarlos has moments that he will not get out of bed, barely eats, and feels sad all of the time. He also has times that he will stay up for days with little sleep writing, seems very keyed up, says he feels awesome, and will not shut up. These episodes of intense elation can last for over a week. Carlos has symptoms related to __________________________________.
Read DetailsFor over a week, John has been having delusions and manic episodes. Before his state of mania, John could not get off the couch and ate constantly. His roommate said he thought John was depressed and seemed to go insane. John’s symptoms appear to be related to ______________________________________.
Read DetailsHealy originally took this widely prescribed b enzodiazepine medication to reduce anxiety and muscle tension. Now, however, Healy cannot deal with stress without using it and has developed a tolerance to it. What drug is Healy probably taking?
Read DetailsMargaret tells you that her neighbors have a conspiracy against her about their property lines. Even though her husband has hired several different individuals to assess the property, Margaret believes that her neighbors are paying all of them off. She also thinks that water is draining into their yard due to her neighbor’s horses. Even though there is no evidence of water draining into their yard or up through Margaret’s floors (like she professes), she gets angry at people who try to tell her otherwise. What is Ann’s diagnosis?
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