What This Document Is
This document is a student assignment titled “Diagnostic Skill Application II” for SCED 322: Science Education in the Elementary School at Central Washington University. It requires students to apply diagnostic skills to a case study involving a patient named Kimi. The assignment focuses on identifying potential mental health disorders based on presented information.
Why This Document Matters
This assignment is intended for students enrolled in the specified science education course. It’s used to assess their ability to analyze a case, consider differential diagnoses, and understand the application of assessment tools in a mental health context – skills relevant to recognizing and responding to student needs. It exists as a practical application of concepts learned in the course.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document is a completed application of diagnostic skills to a single case. It does not provide comprehensive training on mental health diagnosis or treatment. Students will still need to rely on course materials and further study to fully develop these skills.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes a case presentation of “Kimi,” detailing her presenting concerns related to body image and potential eating disorder symptoms. It also presents a differential diagnosis, comparing Kimi’s case to other conditions like Kleine-Levin syndrome and different types of eating disorders (Bulimia Nervosa, Anorexia Nervosa, binge-eating disorder). Finally, it outlines the use of a Level 1 Cross-Cutting symptom assessment tool and provides details on its administration and scoring. This preview does *not* include the completed assessment results or a full analysis of Kimi’s case.
