SOCW 6060 Discussion 2: The Benefits and Limitations of Antidepressant Medications

SOCW 6060 Discussion 2: The Benefits and Limitations of Antidepressant Medications

SOCW 6060 Discussion 2: The Benefits and Limitations of Antidepressant Medications

While antidepressants can be effective clients might be hesitant to use them for a variety of reasons. Mental health professionals can anticipate some of these hesitations and be prepared to support a physicians recommendation by providing the client with appropriate information reasoning and explanation in a way that is meaningful. However mental health professionals must balance advocacy for continuing treatment when client hesitations and other considerations might warrant a reevaluation by the psychiatrist. SOCW 6060 Discussion 2: The Benefits and Limitations of Antidepressant Medications

For this Discussion consider the medications (even controversial medications) that a psychiatrist may prescribe for depression and their possible side effects. Select one particular antidepressant that evidence suggests is effective in treating depression and consider the benefits and limitations. Consider how a client being medically treated for depression might react to taking this medication and having potential negative side effects. How might you as a mental health professional support the recommendation of the medication despite its limitations?

Post a brief description of the antidepressant medication that you selected and explain its benefits and limitations (including neurobiological considerations).

Next explain how you would support the psychiatrists recommendation to use the medication to a hesitant client despite its limitations. SOCW-6060 & 6443 Discussion Assignments

References (use 2 or more)

Lichtblau L. (2011).Psychopharmacology demystified. Clifton Park NY: Delmar Cengage Learning.
Preston J. D. ONeal J. H. & Talaga M. C. (2017).Handbook of clinical psychopharmacology for therapists(8th ed.).Oakland CA: New Harbinger. Use the DSM-5 to guide you through your understanding of the diagnostic criteria for mental disorders.

National Institute of Mental Health. (2008).Introduction:Mental health medications. Retrieved from http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/mental-health-medications/index.shtml As you review this website consider the variety of medications used for mental health treatment.

Spiegel A. (2012 January 23).When it comes to depression serotonin isn’t the whole story.[Blog post]. Retrieved from http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2012/01/23/145525853/when-it-comes-to-depression-serotonin-isnt-the-whole-story

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Discussion 3: The Role of Mental Health Professionals in the Initial Stages of Psychopharmacological Intervention

In the initial stages of psychopharmacological intervention mental health professionals must be aware that complications or concerns can arise. Clients may experience negative side effects of the medication. They might forget or avoid taking the medication. The disorder may have been misdiagnosed and cause other issues. The client may have preexisting conditions that other medical professionals had not known when the diagnosis was made. The client could have had a comorbid condition that they did not disclose. In short a number of very serious issues might manifest in the early stages of treatment requiring action on the part of the mental health professional.

For this Discussion you will be placed into one of three groups by the Instructor. Group C shouldinitially postto the Depression Case Study for Marcus.For your initial post analyze the case determine the psychopathology presented and describe the appropriate treatment methods for the client.

Post an explanation of the major symptoms that indicate depression and the medications that might be prescribed to treat these symptoms for the case study you selected.

Next explain a mental health professionals role in raising the clients awareness of medication-related effects.

Then explain two potential challenges that might impact the client in the initial stages of psychopharmacological intervention.

Finally explain one strategy a mental health professional might use to address challenges that arise in the initial stages of treatment. SOCW-6060 & 6443 Discussion Assignments

Depression Case Studies: Marcus

Marcus is a 31-year-old Caucasian law student. He feels worn out burned out and busted. He has no girlfriend or boyfriend yet he has dated in the past. Although Marcuss studies keep him occupied he finds himself wondering if all of his efforts are worth the coming payoff. He will be taking the bar exam soonhe is fairly sure he will pass it.

Lately Marcus has been slipping back into some old patterns of thinking and acting. In the past he has battled major depressive disorder and believes that he may be becoming depressed again. Marcus quickly counts off his symptoms: sleep loss weight loss a sense that everything is devoid of joy or excitement and so forth. His choice to come to counseling was precipitated by an increase in the frequency of using club drugs like ecstasy and cocaine to have at least a little fun. Marcus uses these now about once every 2 weeks. He notes that his last bout of depression happened around a time when he was using these substances frequently.

References (use 2 or more)

Lichtblau L. (2011).Psychopharmacology demystified. Clifton Park NY: Delmar Cengage Learning.
Preston J. D. ONeal J. H. & Talaga M. C. (2017).Handbook of clinical psychopharmacology for therapists(8th ed.).Oakland CA: New Harbinger. Use theDSM-5to guide you through your understanding of the diagnostic criteria for mental disorders.

National Institute of Mental Health. (2008).Introduction:Mental health medications. Retrieved fromhttp://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/mental-health-medications/index.shtml As you review this website consider the variety of medications used for mental health treatment.

Spiegel A. (2012 January 23).When it comes to depression serotonin isn’t the whole story.[Blog post]. Retrieved fromhttp://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2012/01/23/145525853/when-it-comes-to-depression-serotonin-isnt-the-whole-story