The Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis Training Course consists of a comprehensive curriculum designed to guide participants through each stage of the assessment and diagnostic process—from initial observation to professional reporting. Each module integrates theoretical learning with practical examples and evidence-based tools.

1. Foundations of Mental Health Assessment

Introduction to assessment and its role in clinical practice
Ethical and professional guidelines
Understanding the biopsychosocial model
Components of a comprehensive mental health evaluation

2. Conducting Clinical Interviews

Principles of therapeutic communication
Structured vs. unstructured interviews
The Mental Status Examination (MSE)
Gathering patient history and contextual information

3. Understanding Diagnostic Frameworks

Overview of DSM-5-TR and ICD-11 systems
Diagnostic criteria for major mental disorders
Cultural considerations in diagnosis
Common diagnostic challenges and misconceptions

4. Psychological Testing and Screening Tools

Types of psychological tests (screening, cognitive, personality)
Standardized tools such as PHQ-9, GAD-7, MMSE, MoCA
Interpretation of test scores and clinical significance
Limitations and appropriate use of testing instruments

5. Differential Diagnosis Techniques

Distinguishing between overlapping symptoms
Rule-outs, comorbidity, and complex cases
Case-based reasoning and diagnostic decision-making
Practical exercises in identifying accurate diagnoses

6. Risk Assessment and Crisis Evaluation

Suicide risk assessment and intervention strategies
Assessing risk of harm to self or others
Crisis communication skills
Emergency referral protocols

7. Assessment in Elderly Populations

Identifying cognitive decline and neurocognitive disorders
Assessing depression, anxiety, and behavioral symptoms in seniors
Special considerations in dementia-related assessments
Family and caregiver involvement

8. Documentation and Reporting

Writing structured psychological assessment reports
Summarizing clinical findings effectively
Communicating results to patients and professionals
Legal and ethical aspects of documentation

9. Practical Case Studies and Workshops

Real-life case analysis
Role-playing interviews and assessments
Collaborative learning and group discussions
Developing individualized assessment plans

This comprehensive curriculum ensures that participants gain the clinical knowledge, analytical skills, and practical confidence necessary to conduct high-quality mental health assessments in a variety of settings.

Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis Training Course in Abu Dhabi

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