First, as you read in your textbook about the different disorders, identify one that you find interesting.  Make sure you are investigating an actual diagnosis.  For example, the word “pschopath” is commonly used, but it is not an actual diagnosis. 
    Next, write a about the disorder as if you are a mental health counselor describing an affected client. Your essay will have at least 3 parts:
        First, after you describe the diagnosis you chose to study, consult your textbook and/or the DSM V and describe the symptoms for your chosen disorder.  (Please do not use names of real people–please create a fictional person for this assignment.)
        Second, briefly explain what you think is contributing to the person’s development of the diagnosis.  Is the diagnosis you are describing likely to have been inherited genetically, or is it likely that the person was exposed to some stressor or traumatic experience?  For many diagnoses, there are multiple etiologies and current contributing issues.  Describe what you think could have happened to the person such that they are having difficulties.
        Finally, suggest what steps you might take in treating the person.  Again, your textbook is a good reference and you may also use outside references as long as they are scholarly and credible.  Your instructor and campus librarian can assist if you are unfamiliar with searching for credible, quality resources.
    Your essay needs to be at least 300 words. 
    For this assignment it is important to use good grammar and spelling (15 points).  Most of the points will be awarded in relation to the actual content of the paper (85 points).