Mental Health - Assessment and Support (#104)

This troubled young person has not only his illness to contend with but clashing views on his treatment between his parents and his doctors.

Learning Objectives

Listening skills
Developing trust
Demonstrating empathy
Clarifying perceptions
Developing and communicating acceptable strategies for intervention

Information for Learners

This individual has been assessed as non-suicidal and non-homicidal but suffering symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions of persecution. You must engage with this fellow in order to fully understand his situation.

Simulation Details

Simulator Role(s)

Brian Chow (early twenties)

Learner Role(s)

Nurse
Social Worker
Counsellor

Setting

A counselling session

Note: The specific location and how Brian arrives at the counselling session can be determined by the needs of the class.