Components and Applications of a Mental Status
Components and Applications of a Mental Status
Tasks:
In a minimum of 300 words, respond to the following:
- What are the functions of the components of mental status and an interview in determining the competence of clients? Explain with examples and rationales.
- For which types of psycholegal evaluations (competency, risk of dangerousness, and insanity), if any, might an MSE provide useful information? State reasons for your answers.
Submission Details:
- By the due date assigned, post your responses to this Discussion Area.
- Through the end of the module, respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts. While responding, compare the similarities and differences between what you have constructed and what your classmates have.
| Grading Criteria | Maximum Points |
| Quality of initial posting, including fulfillment of assignment instructions |
16 |
| Quality of responses to classmates |
12 |
| Frequency of responses to classmates |
4 |
| Reference to supporting readings and other materials |
4 |
| Language and grammar |
4 |
| Total: |
40 |
