Psychiatric Assessment Form for Depression

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Depression is a major issue in contemporary society. Depression is a critical condition and a medical illness that affects how one feels and thinks (Lotfaliany et al., 2018). It also makes an individual lose interest in different activities and other social engagement. Depression is a common issue among adults to financial requirements and life exposure. The paper reflects on an interview conducted with a patient who suffers from depression.
Description of the Interview
The interview I conducted was effective since it allowed me to collect adequate data necessary for understanding the condition of a patient who suffered from depression. I interviewed Johnson Smith, a 35-year-old teacher who lost his job due to intensive alcoholism. Despite the consistent warning from the school administration, he continued with the habit, thus leading to job loss. After losing his job, he continued with the habit which caused his relationship. Her wife divorced him after they had two children. Due to the two identified activities in Smith's life, he experienced intensive depression, which has occurred since February 2022. The condition has also affected some social activities in his life, leading to isolation and anxiety. The interview occurred in a private office free from any disruptions. A private office was also chosen to ensure successful engagement and increase confidence in the patient. According to Cole & Bird (2013), privacy is essential during the interview since it ensures the protection of confidential information. Therefore, the interview was extremely secure, and the patient was satisfied, leading to adequately collected information.
The style I used for the interview was face-to-face. The style was essential since my focus was on understanding and collecting information such as appearance, which is only possible face-to-face. The face-to-face approach is also effective in interviewing patients since it creates a close examination and understanding of their behaviors and condition (Jiang et al., 2017). A face-to-face interview was also important since it allowed me to capture real-time data needed for the future transformation of healthcare and enhanced health among the depressed. A face-to-face interview was also a significant style since it allowed me to conduct accurate screening. For instance, it was difficult for the patient to provide false information such as gender or race. Lastly, face-to-face interviews allowed me to capture behaviors and emotions which are significant in determining the level of depression. Therefore, the interview was s...