provide a speak over PowerPoint presentation on the utilization of one of the following nonpharmacological psychotherapy approach for the diagnosis and treatment of a behavioral disorder of your choice based on the reading of the course material.
Nonpharmacological Psychotherapy Options
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Group Therapy
Family Therapy
Dialectic Behavioral Therapy & Complex Trauma
Please include the following slides in your presentation (you can use the sample provided)
Title slide
Intro slide
Case scenario summary slide (patient name, diagnosis, background)
Mental status assessment slide (perception, thought process, content of thought, judgment, insight, cognition)
Selected therapy slide (Please include a description and the goals of the therapy of your choice)
Selected therapy slide (Why did you select this therapy for your specific case study? )
Expected outcomes (Include the outcomes that you expect your patient to accomplish)
Conclusion slide
Sample Answer
Slide 1: Title Slide
(Title) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder
(Subtitle) A Non-Pharmacological Psychotherapy Approach
(Presenter) [Your Name] [Your Title] [Date]
(Speak-over) "Hello everyone, and welcome. Today, we'll be discussing the application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, as a non-pharmacological approach for the diagnosis and treatment of Major Depressive Disorder. We'll explore a specific case study, analyze the patient's condition, and understand why CBT is an excellent choice for their treatment."
Slide 2: Introduction
(Title) Understanding Major Depressive Disorder & CBT
(Body)
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): A common and serious mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. It affects how you feel, think, and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A type of psychotherapy that helps patients understand the relationships between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It's a goal-oriented, short-term approach that focuses on changing dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors to improve mood.
Speak-over) "Before we dive into our case, let's briefly define our terms. Major Depressive Disorder is more than just sadness; it’s a persistent condition that significantly interferes with daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a powerful tool to address this. Its core principle is that our thoughts, feelings, and actions are interconnected. By changing one, we can influence the others, creating a healthier cycle. It’s a very practical, hands-on therapy."
Slide 3: Case Scenario Summary
(Title) Case Study: 'Sarah'
(Body)
Patient Name: Sarah, a 32-year-old marketing manager.
Diagnosis: Major Depressive Disorder, Single Episode, Moderate Severity.
Background:
Presented with a two-month history of low mood, fatigue, and anhedonia (inability to feel pleasure).
Reports difficulty concentrating at work and social withdrawal.
No previous history of depression or other mental health conditions.
Recent stressors include a significant increase in work pressure and a recent breakup with her long-term partner.
(Speak-over) "Let's meet our patient, whom we'll call Sarah. Sarah is a 32-year-old woman with a demanding job. She's been struggling for the past two months with classic symptoms of depression. The onset of these symptoms coincided with some major life stressors—a heavy workload and a breakup. She has no prior history of mental illness, which makes her a good candidate for a non-pharmacological approach as an initial step."
Slide 4: Mental Status Assessment
(Title) Sarah’s Mental Status Assessment
(Body)
Perception: No evidence of hallucinations or delusions. Reality testing is intact.
Thought Process: Logical and coherent, but with a slow pace.
Content of Thought: Preoccupied with feelings of worthlessness and guilt. Believes she is a "failure" both personally and professionally.
Judgment: Fair. Able to make appropriate decisions for her daily life, but struggles with motivation.
Insight: Fair. Recognizes that her feelings are impacting her life but is unsure how to change them.
Cognition: Impaired concentration and memory, consistent with depressive symptoms.
(Speak-over) "Upon assessment, Sarah's thought process is logical, but her thought content is dominated by negative self-perceptions, or cognitive distortions. She blames herself for the breakup and believes her work struggles are a sign of her personal failure. Her insight is fair; she knows something is wrong, but she lacks the tools to fix it. This is a crucial point for a CBT approach."