Lecture 1

Question 1

Syndrome

Answer 1

Complex of symptoms that are indicative of a specific condition, but the direct cause of those symptoms are unknown.

Question 2

Clinically significant disturbance

Answer 2

Introduced in DSM-III; inclusive of this term served to reduced false positives

Question 3

Dysfunction

Answer 3

Deviation from the statistical norm.
or A failure of an internal mechanism to perform one of its naturally selected functions

Question 4

Opening Aim

Answer 4

To covey essential information, to obtain informed consent, to alleviate anxiety, to develop rapport, and to set the tone of the interview

Question 5

Body Aim

Answer 5

Most variable section; defined by the depth, breadth and structure of the assessment. Is a process of information gathering, where hypotheses are formed, refined and a complete picture is developed

Question 6

Close Aim

Answer 6

Summarisation of the main themes of the interview, address any questions or concerns, and discuss next steps