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A Mental State Examination Name of the University Student Name: Mr. Jones

   

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0Running head: MENTAL STATE EXAMINATIONMental State ExaminationName of the studentName of the UniversityAuthor note

1MENTAL STATE EXAMINATIONISBAR Clinical HandoverIdentify the client:NAME: Mr. JonesAge: Late 50’sGender: MaleD.O.BSituation:Mr. Jones had been abandoned by his wife 3 months ago, since then he is suffering from depressions and anxiety. He is showing socialwidrawal. It has also affected his job. Most of the time he sits idle, lies around in bed and watches T.V. He had also increased his alcoholconsumption.He is close to his mother.He has 2 daughters who are married and does not have much contact with them.His energy levels are down and he doesn’t get motivation to do thing s or work.The patient is incessantly avoiding eye- contact and is found to rub his forehead, probably to avoid eye contact.He gets often irritated and agitated by people which have led to social withdrawal. No violence has been reported on his part. No visual changes or change in food test has been recorded.Has reported to feel negativity surrounding him all the time.He is not addicted to any sort of drugs.He reported that he lacks confidence and self motivation.Background:Diagnosis: Mr. Jones is suffering from acute depression and anxiety.Reason of being presented in to the hospital: The patient is suffering from depression and has withdrawed himself from the societyand work. His alcohol consumption has decreased and he has been showing signs of some sorts of mental disorders. His mother onbeing worried about his mental health has recommended him to visit the hospital.Medications: Takes medicines for high B.P. Allergies: no allergies have been reported.Primary carer: MotherAccommodation: Lives with his mom.Assessment:Summary of the patient’s current condition: Mr. Jones had been suffering from acute depression and anxiety, since he and his wife hasseparated. Clinical signs: Avoids eye contact, does not want to work or talk much. Mr. Jones had discontinued from work as he lacks selfmotivation and concentration.Carer engaged with treatment: Mr.Jones’ mother.Risks to self and others: No risks to self and others have been recognisedRecommendations:

2MENTAL STATE EXAMINATIONTo treat Mr. Jones via vigorous counselling therapies like cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Interpersonal therapy. Severalpsychotherapies are there that can reduce depression. Group therapies are recommended to bring him back to the social life antidepressantmedications like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI ) has to be given.

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