When You Are Required to Assign Psychiatric Diagnoses as Part

question 4

Multiple Choice

When you are required to assign psychiatric diagnoses as part of the assessment process, one way to employ a social justice orientation is to ______.

• A) avoid discussing them as they are likely to cause discomfort
• B) ensure that members are engaged in the diagnostic process by explaining when and why these diagnoses are assigned
• C) seek to assign all members the same diagnosis to build cohesion
• D) allow members to self-determine their diagnoses

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Definitions:

Mental Health Services

Professional care and support provided to individuals dealing with mental health issues or disorders.

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Resistance Phase

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