Date Approved

5-18-2004

Embargo Period

4-26-2016

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

M.A. in Mental Health Counseling

Department

Psychology

College

College of Science & Mathematics

Advisor

Cahill, Janet

Subject(s)

Adjustment disorders--Case studies; Sexually abused teenagers--Mental health; Teenagers--Alcohol use--Case studies; Teenagers--Counseling of

Disciplines

Psychology

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of normative and best therapy techniques with individuals diagnosed with Adjustment Disorder, Alcohol Abuse, and Sexual Abuse of Child using a case study format. The subject of this study was a 15 year old female who presented with a three-week onset of depressed mood. For the purpose of this study she was seen over a four month period. Treatment emphasis was on reducing depression and anxiety related to the sexual abuse. The Trauma Symptom Checklist for Children and the Children's Depression Inventory were chosen for this study. Post-testing suggested significant decrease in both depression and anxiety.

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