In this essay we will discuss about: 1. Meaning of Psychiatric Interview 2. Goals of Psychiatric Interview 3. Factors. Essay # 1. Meaning of Psychiatric Interview: The Psychiatric interview is the central vehicle for assessment of the psychiatric patient. Reaching a diagnosis in a psychiatric patient relies on an accurate case history and mental-state examination. Laboratory investigations are helpful in [...]
The below mentioned article will guide you about how to conduct a psychiatric interview. The patient and the attendants must be helped to feel comfortable enough to give a detailed account of the disorder. A summary of interview is given in Table 4.2: i. Identification of the Patient: It consists of recording: a. Name: Name record nicknames also for proper [...]
In this article we will discuss about the methods used for improving memory. 1. Mnemonic Devices: Some Mnemonic devices are easily memorizd rhymes whereas others use visual images or verbal associations. 2. Mental Stroll Method ("Method of Loci"): A favourite method is to remember a list of items by taking a mental stroll through one's house, forming a visual image [...]