Please follow the instructions and class materials.,check all the uploaded files and watch all the 3 videos.
Goals: This assignment has two goals. First, to explain signs, symptoms, and causes of schizophrenia in children or adolescents. Second to identify, describe, and assess evidence-based screening tools for schizophrenia in children or adolescents.
Product: Students will submit a 3 page double spaced assignment, in 11 or 12 font size, and following APA guidelines.
1. Students will read this modules readings and watch all the videos.
2. Students will then answer the following questions based on the readings and videos. Your responses will be focused on a child or and adolescent, but not on both. Choose one group to focus on.
Explain the causes of schizophrenia in children and adolescents?
Explain the signs and symptoms that children and adolescents might be experiencing schizophrenia?
Describe the criteria for diagnosing schizophrenia in children and adolescents according to DSM-5. What cultural aspects would you have to take into account as you diagnose schizophrenia in children or adolescents?
Identify, describe and assess two evidence-based screening tools for schizophrenia related symptoms? Which of the screening tools would be most appropriate for your level of knowledge and skills and your desired practice setting? To assess the screening tools, you will use the same criteria as for the assessment question in the group assignment: Assessment of Screening Tools.
Writing and Grammar: It is important that the assignment follows APA guidelines and is written using proper writing and grammar rules. You are expected to include references for question D. Make sure to cite and include all references following APA guidelines.
NOTE: Please, attach the screening tools you used in your submission. These will not count towards the three page limit.
