Task: This assignment requires you to watch the interview provided in the Case study video below titled "Psychiatric interviews for teaching: Psychosis to complete a mental health assessment and...

Running Head: MENTAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION REPORT    1
    
MENTAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION REPORT            2
MENTAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION REPORT
Table of Contents
Introduction    3
History    3
Mental State Examination    5
Appearance    5
Behaviour    5
Affect    5
Mood    5
Speech    6
Thought form    6
Thought content    6
Perception    6
Cognition/Intellectual Functioning    6
Insight and Judgement    7
Risk assessment    7
Formulation    7
Provisional diagnoses    7
Need for referral    7
Care Plan    7
Medical Intervention    8
Psychosocial Intervention    8
Nursing Intervention    8
Conclusion    9
References    10
Introduction
In the recent years, mental health has gained increasing importance in the evaluation of the overall well-being of an individual. Governments also have recognised this fact and set aside higher funds to be invested in the study of mental health disorders. The following essay attempts to critically analyse a psychiatric interview conducted on a patient named Andy and find out the probable mental disorder and possible interventions for the same.
History
The video sheds light on the case of a 21-year old boy named Andy. The video pertains to the psychiatric interview for identification of psychosis and related symptoms. Andy appeared to be a confused and perplexed individual (YouTube, 2012). Upon being interviewed, the psychiatrist learned that Andy was in the final year of his degree and that he resided in a shared apartment along with his friends. His main psychological problem revolved around his roommates. Andy reported that his condition was prevailing since the past two months. His mental situation caused him to believe that his friends were contemplating against him.
Andy felt that his friends, who were employees with MI5, were putting things inside his brain. During the investigation process, the psychiatrist observed that Andy appeared very distracted as evidenced by his repeatedly looking at the corners of the room. Upon being asked about the reason behind this, he admitted that he could hear three of his friends talking about him (YouTube, 2012).
He claimed that the voices were very distinct. He believes that his friends are commenting about his actions and planning to throw him out of the apartment. Andy strongly believed that his roommates had installed some chip in his brain to influence his thoughts and track his whereabouts (YouTube, 2012).
 Reason for Referral: Andy’s general physician had conducted the primary examination and referred him to a psychiatrist.
 History of Presenting Problem: According to Andy, he was perfectly fit, with no previous problems.
 Past Psychiatric/Mental Health History: Andy stated during the psychiatric interview that he had no past mental health issues (YouTube, 2012).
 Medical History: According to Andy, he had no health related issues except for the physical pain caused by the installed chip and the associated anxiety.
 Family History: There is no direct mention of Family history in the video. However, the fact that Andy’s mother did not believe him and took him to the doctor may indicate that this mental condition was not known to them.
 Personal History: Andy stated that he had no temperament problems. He would never be involved in any kind of fights with others. It was also clarified that he never faced the police.
 Occupation History: The video does not provide insight into the occupation history of the patient.
 Forensic History: The video does not provide much insight into the Forensic history of the patient except the fact that Andy did not have any criminal records.
 Drug and Alcohol History: During the interview, it came to light that he had no previous history of medicines. He would consume alcohol occasionally. However, he admitted to consuming cannabis and weed (YouTube, 2012).
 Current Treatments: He would have to be given medications for psychosis and related disorders.
 Current Functioning and Supports: The patient would require a three-fold intervention therapy involving psychological counselling, treatments as well as support from friends and family (YouTube, 2012).
 Parental Status and/or Carer Responsibilities: Andy mentioned that although he felt safer at his parent’s place, he did not want to bother them with his disease.
 Details of Dependents: As...