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Students answer questions related to a patient presentation in a community health course

A written research paper of the selected disorder must be submitted on the date of the oral presentation. The written paper will present a discussion of current research of the disorder. Include history and prevalence of the disorder, diagnostic criteria, symptoms of the disorder, assessment and diagnostic tools or frequently used screenings for evaluation, prevention and intervention treatment modalities, medications as treatment including side effects/risks of medications, therapeutic approach appropriate for this disorder, and implications for parents/family and clinicians. Paper must be prepared using APA format, Argosy writing standards, 5 to 8 pages in length (this length does not include the case study or treatment plan) with 8 current references (please limit web references to 3).