Select and research a mental disorder that falls into one of the following categories of disorders:
- Neurological
- Psychological
- Neurodevelopmental
Write a 700- to 1,050-word article analyzing the biological and biochemical aspects of the mental disorder you selected.
Use the topics below as headings in the article.
Overview
- Identify common symptoms associated with the disorder.
Neurophysiological Factors
- Describe the neurophysiological elements of the disorder, such as those found in:
- Neurotransmitters
- Nervous system, sensory and motor systems
- Brain function
Therapeutic Interventions
- Provide 3 therapeutic interventions used to treat the disorder and describe how each treatment helps to reduce or manage the symptoms of the disorder.
Therapeutic Interventions Analysis
- Examine contemporary perspectives toward the 3 treatments you selected. Include the following in your response:
- What are some varying perspectives (values, beliefs, opinions) on the interventions you described?
- How have these perspectives evolved over time?
- How might analyzing these diverse perspectives help mental health professionals in providing solutions to individuals who have the disorder?
Clinical Application
- Based on your research, identify an evidence-based approach to treating the disorder. Include the following in your response:
- How does scientific or psychological research support the evidence-based approach?
- Why is the evidence-based approach effective? How might it be used to treat the disorder or improve an individual’s mental or physical health?
- How can the evidence-based approach be modified to accommodate varying needs of individuals who have the disorder?
- What are some ethical standards practitioners should consider when using the evidence-based approach?
- What are some short- or long-term effects of the intervention?
Include a minimum of 5 scholarly sources in addition to your textbook to support your article.