Create 6 SHORT case scenarios where children( 0-12 years )

Posted: March 24th, 2024

Create 6 SHORT case scenarios where children( 0-12 years ) need to visit psychiatrist office with any of the following disorders , including medication treatment .

Psychiatric Mental Health Disorders

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety Disorder

Dissociative Disorder

Eating Disorder

Impulse-Control Disorder

Mood Disorder

Neurocognitive Disorder

Neurodevelopmental Disorder

Personality Disorder

Psychotic Disorder

Sexual Disorder

Sleep Disorder

Somatoform Disorder

Substance-Related & Addictive Disorder

Trauma & Stress-Related Disorder

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13 year old male patient comes to the clinic along with by his concerned parents who have noticed persistent difficulties in his academic and social functioning. Pt parents report that he has always been more impulsive, easily distracted, and fidgety compared to his peers. They’ve observed these behaviors since early childhood but became more pronounced . Will start patient on Ritalin 5 mg twice a day , will meet with patient and family on a weekly basis to monitor patient response and dose adjustmnet if needed.

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Case Scenario 1: Adjustment Disorder

An 8-year-old girl, Sarah, is brought to the psychiatrist’s office by her parents. They report that Sarah has been struggling to adapt to her parents’ recent divorce. She exhibits symptoms of sadness, anxiety, and difficulty concentrating in school. The psychiatrist may recommend family therapy and prescribe a short-term course of an antidepressant or anti-anxiety medication to help Sarah cope with the adjustment period.

Case Scenario 2: Anxiety Disorder

A 10-year-old boy, Michael, has been experiencing excessive worry and fear about various situations, such as going to school or participating in social activities. His parents notice that he experiences physical symptoms like headaches, stomachaches, and difficulty sleeping. The psychiatrist may prescribe an anti-anxiety medication, such as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), and recommend cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help Michael manage his anxiety.

Case Scenario 3: Eating Disorder

A 12-year-old girl, Emily, is brought to the psychiatrist’s office due to concerns about her eating habits. Her parents report that she has become preoccupied with her weight and has been restricting her food intake or purging after meals. The psychiatrist may diagnose an eating disorder, such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa, and recommend a combination of family-based therapy, nutritional counseling, and medication (e.g., antidepressants) to address the underlying psychological and physical aspects of the disorder.

Case Scenario 4: Neurodevelopmental Disorder

A 6-year-old boy, Jacob, is struggling with social interactions, communication, and repetitive behaviors. His parents express concerns about his development and seek an evaluation from a psychiatrist. The psychiatrist may diagnose Jacob with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or another neurodevelopmental disorder and recommend early intervention services, such as applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, speech therapy, and potentially medication to manage associated symptoms like irritability or hyperactivity.

Case Scenario 5: Trauma and Stress-Related Disorder

A 9-year-old girl, Sophia, has been exhibiting symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after witnessing a traumatic event. She experiences nightmares, flashbacks, and avoidance behaviors. The psychiatrist may prescribe medication, such as an SSRI or a prazosin (a medication used to manage nightmares), and recommend trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) to help Sophia process the traumatic experience.

Case Scenario 6: Mood Disorder

A 10-year-old boy, Alex, has been experiencing persistent feelings of sadness, irritability, and loss of interest in activities he once enjoyed. His parents report that these symptoms have been present for several months. The psychiatrist may diagnose Alex with a mood disorder, such as major depressive disorder or bipolar disorder, and recommend a combination of psychotherapy (e.g., CBT or interpersonal therapy) and medication, such as an antidepressant or mood stabilizer, to manage his symptoms.

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American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.books.9780890425596

Grados, M. A., & Riddle, M. A. (2016). Pharmacological treatment of childhood anxiety disorders. Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy, 17(9), 1231-1240. https://doi.org/10.1080/14656566.2016.1182539

Hosenbocus, S., & Chahal, R. (2015). A review of executive cognitive functions and neurodevelopmental disorders. Journal of Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Research and Practice, 2(1), 25-56. https://doi.org/10.21042/MERP.2015.0010

Lock, J., & Gowers, S. (2022). Eating disorders in children and adolescents. In M. K. Dulcan (Ed.), Dulcan’s Textbook of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (pp. 479-499). American Psychiatric Association Publishing.

Newnham, E. A., & Janca, A. (2015). Childhood adversity and borderline personality disorder. In J. M. Oldham, A. E. Skodol, & D. S. Bender (Eds.), Essentials of Personality Disorders (pp. 159-179). American Psychiatric Publishing, Inc.