Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders are mental health concerns that may be found in individuals who are experiencing some (or a combination of) debilitating symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, disorganized speech, and disorganized or unusual behavior.
Throughout this course, you will be introduced to a series of individuals, each displaying symptoms that are indicative of specific Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders as outlined in the DSM-5-TR. By watching interactive video patient simulations, you will have the opportunity to observe and analyze the behaviors and symptoms of each client and apply the diagnostic criteria to make an accurate diagnosis.
Meet Your Caseload
Sheryl James
Sheryl is a mother and divorced professional woman who led a rather straightforward life until she mysteriously descended into a state of mental and emotional instability. During this 43-day period, she heard voices coming from her pipes.
Henry Bailey
Henry is a husband and father who has always been steady and dependable. He had settled into a comfortable, manageable life and schedule, but when his company is sold, he begins seeing and believing things that are not real.
Paulina Arango
Paulina was living a normal, calm life until, seemingly out of nowhere, her mental and emotional health quickly deteriorated. She felt like her body and mind totally shut down and her desire to do anything disappeared.
Tyler Chambers
Everything was rather normal during Tyler’s childhood and throughout his young adulthood. He was a decent student, had a number of friends, and was active in the school band. After graduating college, he began hearing voices in his head.
Kira Park
Kira is a driven, single professional woman, who leads a somewhat solitary life, but longs for excitement and romance. She recently attended a big conference where she had a brief, seemingly harmless interaction with one of the speakers at the conference, a respected, married older man.