ASSESSING AND DIAGNOSING PATIENTS WITH MOOD DISORDERS

Accurately diagnosing depressive disorders can be challenging given their periodic and, at times, cyclic nature. Some of these disorders occur in response to stressors and, depending on the cultural history of the client, may affect their decision to seek treatment. Bipolar disorders can also be difficult to properly diagnose. While clients with a bipolar or … Read more

Who are the participants that will be evaluated? Patients evaluated by a qualified physician with a certified terminal illness with a determination

Who are the participants that will be evaluated? Patients evaluated by a qualified physician with a certified terminal illness with a determination of life ending in 6 months or as a hospice patient with unmanageable pain. Who are the staff who will be administering the evaluations?  Licensed staff employed by and assigned to Empath’s Home … Read more