Psy 270 Clinical Assessment

Clinical Assessment

PSY 270

Clinical Assessment

Mr. and Mrs. Lawson brought their 4 year old adopted daughter, Clara, to see Dr. Mason, a psychiatrist. Clara was polite in greeting Dr. Mason, but did not smile and kept her gaze down as she took a seat. Mr. and Mrs. Lawson sat next to Clara and began explaining their concerns. They described Clara as a quiet child who has recently begun throwing temper tantrums, during which she is inconsolable. Her sleep and eating patterns have changed and she no longer wants to go to preschool.

What other information would you like to learn during the interview with the family? What questions would you ask?

Information should be obtained primarily from Clara's adoptive parents considering Clara's young age. Also other...