NURS 6630 DQ Therapy for Clients With Impulsivity Compulsivity
NURS 6630 DQ Therapy for Clients With Impulsivity Compulsivity
Impulsivity and compulsivity have a wide range of clinical presentations and often
overlap with many other psychiatric disorders. Some individuals act without forethought
and have difficulty saying “no” to certain things such as using illicit drugs or spending
money, whereas other individuals engage in compulsive behaviors with undesirable
consequences. In some cases, these impulsive and compulsive behaviors also fuel
issues with addiction. To effectively assess and treat clients, you must understand how
these disorders differ, as well as how their symptoms impact clients and their families.
This week, as you examine therapies for individuals with impulsivity, compulsivity, and
addiction, you explore the assessment and treatment of clients with these disorders.
You also consider ethical and legal implications of these therapies.
Impulsivity and compulsivity have a wide range
of clinical presentations and often overlap with many other psychiatric
disorders. Some individuals act without forethought and have difficulty
saying “no” to certain things such as using illicit drugs or spending
money, whereas other individuals engage in compulsive behaviors with
undesirable consequences. In some cases, these impulsive and compulsive
behaviors also fuel issues with addiction. To effectively assess and
treat clients, you must understand how these disorders differ, as well
as how their symptoms impact clients and their families.
This
week, as you examine therapies for individuals with impulsivity,
compulsivity, and addiction, you explore the assessment and treatment of
clients with these disorders. You also consider ethical and legal
implications of these therapies.
Required Readings
Note: All Stahl resources can be accessed through this link provided.
Stahl, S. M. (2013). Stahl’s essential psychopharmacology: Neuroscientific basis and practical applications (4th ed.). New York, NY: Cambridge University Press.
To access the following chapters, click on the Essential Psychopharmacology, 4th ed tab on the Stahl Online website and select the appropriate chapter. Be sure to read all sections on the left navigation bar for each chapter.
- Chapter 14, “Impulsivity, Compulsivity, and Addiction”
Stahl, S. M., & Grady, M. (2012). Stahl’s illustrated substance use and impulsive disorder New York, NY: Cambridge University Press.
To access the following chapter, click on the Illustrated Guides tab and then the Substance Use and Impulsive Disorders tab.
- Chapter 10, “Disorders of Impulsivity and Compulsivity”
Stahl, S. M. (2014b). The prescriber’s guide (5th ed.). New York, NY: Cambridge University Press.
To access information on the following medications, click on The Prescriber’s Guide, 5th ed tab on the Stahl Online website and select the appropriate medication.