1. Discuss the critical background features of the mental health disorder as indicated in the DSM-V and in the literatures, include any new information about the disorder symptomatology, treatment, etiology, onset, effect on clients functioning etc. (two pages at most).
2. Discuss two evidence-based intervention that normally used alongside the psychotropic medication to treat the disorder.
3. Beside the medication on which your paper is focused, discuss two other drugs used to treat the disorder, brief information of the properties such as chemical ingredients and the efficacy of drug, side-effect, dosage management, and potential dangers associated with the drugs.
4. In the case of your chosen medication, discuss properties, prescription procedures such as dosage( that reflect age, gender, and ethnicity)
5. Discuss the counseling implication of the medication usage, particularly, how counselor can collaborate with prescribing physicians enhance clients’ outcome and advocacy issues.
6. Discuss the potential primary (lost appetite) secondary(reduction growth or heights for some ADHD medications, such as behavioral stimulants mimic the action of amphetamines compare to nonstimulant medications antidepressants – Prozac, Wellbutrin, Buspar ) effect of the drugs
7. Discuss the unanticipated psychotropic reactions
8. Discuss the cross effect of the drug when taken with other psychotropic medications or prescription medication and even possible client’s unique chemical biology may contribute to the effect of the drugs and how counselor can help prevent any negative effect toward their clients.
9. Discuss signs and symptoms that should prompt counselor to recommend medication evaluation.
10. Discuss the most effective roles of counselors specifically regarding the use of this drug in the treatment of your chosen mental disorder.