Basic Treatment Plan: Antonio - Case Study Example

Download file to see previous pages... As the paper highlights, he is nervous of driving, especially when there are passengers I the car and no longer goes to play his favorite game, soccer, as he has cannot drive to the field. He has turned to drinking alone nearly every night. He no longer has friends, and is girlfriend has left him as a result of his coldness and excessive drinking. He is also not able to control his anger and has been constantly involved in fights. Rationale for Diagnosis: Antonio’s case meets the criteria for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Post Traumatic Disorder is normally characterized by avoidance, emotional difficulties and recall behaviors such as nightmares and flashbacks. Antonio’s emotional and behavioral symptoms indicate that he may be suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Antonio feels responsible for the accident that resulted in the injury of her sister. The guilt, deteriorated relationship, arguing with parents, fighting and not going to church are pointers that Antonio is suffering from the disorder. It is the withdrawal and the guilt that Antonio faces that act as pointers to the PTSD. Supports: His primary care physician who referred him to counseling; His parents since he has moved back to live with his parents who have not blamed him for the accident that resulted in an injury to the sister. Barriers:  The stressor in Antonio’s case is still ongoing. The stressor is her sister’s condition. His sister is still in the intensive care unit and she does not have a good prognosis for recovery. This continues to make him feel responsible for almost killing the sister. Antonio’s friends have also withdrawn from him; the girl she was dating is has also pulled away claiming that Antony is keeping to himself. Prognosis: It will depend on whether Antonio’s sister recovers from the condition she is currently in.  ...Download file to see next pagesRead More