Oral Recite DUE by Thursday, May 7th
Different dimensions or axes Each axis reflects a different aspect of a patient’s case: Axis I- used to classify current symptoms Axis II- used to describe developmental and long- standing personality disorders or maladaptive traits; specific developmental disorders for children such as mental retardation, autism, etc. Axis III- used to describe physical disorders or general medical conditions that a relevant to treatment Axis IV- current stress level (based on the past year) Axis V- adaptive functioning: 3 major areas– social relations, occupational functioning, & use of leisure time
Major Psychological Disorders of Axis 1
Major Psychological Disorders of Axis 1 (continued)