Clinical Psychology

Karen confides in you that she feels “down” all the time. She feels hopeless, finds no enjoyment in life (sleep, food, sex, friends, etc.) and is having thoughts of suicide. Based on your study this week, address each of the following:

Identify if Karen is suffering from major depression or bipolar depression.
Defend your position with support from the reading noting definitions and key features.
Indicate what form of treatment would best serve Karen based on the literature.
Examine how you would respond personally as a mental health professional and what your ethical duties are.