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Diagnostic Assessment

Diagnostic assessment includes the classification of symptoms into a category; these classifications do not reflect all of the conditions involved for each individual. Comprehensive evaluation of each patient includes regard for ruled out diagnosis, labeling consequences, and consideration for issues of gender, social class, and ethnicity.

A temporary diagnosis for the patient referenced would be Major Depressive Disorder, Single Episode (296.23):

Axis I: 296.23 Major Depressive Disorder, Single Episode (Divorce).

Axis II: 799.9 (Diagnosis Deferred).

This diagnosis can only be considered temporary since it is incomplete. For this diagnosis to be properly made, five or more symptoms must be present for a two-week period and represent a change from previous functioning. There is no information regarding length of time the symptoms have occurred, whether this is a single episode (assumed at this time) or whether there is a change from previous functioning. Only four symptoms can be accounted for at this time. Cultural considerations have not been explored which may also render the diagnosis invalid. For example, symptoms expressed may or may not be within the normal range for the African-American culture (Quick reference to the diagnostic criteria from DSM-IV, 1994, pp. 162-167).

Evidence of a possibility of Major Depressive Disorder includes symptoms of depressed mood, weight loss, sleep disturbances, and recurrent suicidal ideation without a specific plan. Symptoms do not appear to be due to substance abuse or a medical condition. Symptoms are not better accounted for by Bereavement. The symptoms listed appear to lead to this diagnosis, however, they could also represent Adjustment Disorder, Depressed. The symptom of suicidal ideation, was the major determining factor; this symptom was listed for Depressive Disorder and was not listed for Adjustment Disorder. A GAF of 50, was made due to suicide ide...

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