Medical Notes: Family 1, 16 + 31
Micky
34 Years Old
Male
Asian American
Uninsured
Medical Situation
Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder; not currently taking medication due to cost and unemployment.
Appointment
Medical Appointment: $80
Counseling Session: $50
Prescriptions
Mood stabilizer, $150
Advise Patient to do the following:
Manage stress and mental health symptoms
Access counseling monthly at the Family Health Center
Take medication as prescribed
Maintain healthy sleep, exercise, and nutrition
Counseling Appointment
Remind the client that they are going to continue to have negative mental health symptoms if they don’t take their medication. Ask them what he has been doing to cope and listen empathically.
Laura
30 Years Old
Female
Asian American
Uninsured
Medical Situation
Experiencing situational depression related to financial stress and caregiver fatigue; takes medication to manage symptoms, but sometimes has trouble getting her meds refilled.
Appointment
Medical Appointment: $80
Counseling Session: $50
Prescriptions
Antidepressant, $0
Advise Patient to do the following:
Manage stress
Access counseling monthly at the Family Health Center
Maintain healthy sleep, exercise, and nutrition
Counseling Appointment
Remind the client that they are going to continue to have negative mental health symptoms if they don’t take their medication. Ask them what he has been doing to cope and listen empathically.
Maya
11 Years Old
Female
Asian American
Government
Medical Situation
No diagnosis, but showing signs of emotional stress related to family dynamics.