1. Using the movie “Once Were Warriors” as 3 different clients, how would you write a full diagnosis based on their medical conditions? Beth Heke left her small island town when she was a very young lady despite her parents disapproval, she married Jake "the Muss" Heke. After a total of eighteen years they have five children and live in a slum in New Zealand. Beth is from a more traditional background she related to the old ways, while Jake is an interpretation of what some Māori have become. Beth on occasion tries to reform herself by trying to do good for her family, for example by giving up drinking and saving the money which she would have spent on alcohol, however, she always relapses back into alcoholism and irresponsibility. Beth …show more content…
Jake suffers from substance-induced psychotic disorder; this is clear when he is hosting a wild party at his home and his wife Beth dares to “get lippy”. He savagely assaults Beth in front of all his friends punching her and beating her and then after rapes her and no one helped her. Jake Heke also suffers from a mood disorder; Jake can go from being loving and happy one minute to savagely abusive and mean in the snap of a finger. This is clear when Beth refuses to make eggs for one of his guests at a party. Jakes beats her savagely while he was drunk in front of a crowd. Jake also suffers from brief-psychotic disorder which is witnessed by many people in a bar after being told that Bully raped his daughter Grace. He savagely beats Bully almost to death and stabs him with a broken beer bottle, he went psychotic. 2. What is cannabis intoxication, alcohol related disorder, PTSD, physical and sexual abuse? Cannabis Intoxication is both psychological and physiological effects on the human body. The effects of cannabis are caused by cannabinoids, most notably tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Cannabis is referred to as marijuana. Alcohol related disorder is defined as alcohol seeking and consumption behavior that is harmful. Long-term and uncontrollable harmful consumption can cause alcohol-related disorders that include: antisocial personality disorder, mood disorders (bipolar
The active ingredient in marijuana is “tetrahydrocannabinaol” or THC. Smoking marijuana draws the THC from the lungs to the brain where it suppresses neurons causing distortions of time and perception. It also causes lack of coordination, feelings of euphoria, heightened sensitivity, paranoia, and sometimes uncontrolled hilarity. Within seconds of smoking marijuana muscles relax, eyes redden and pulse rate increases. Marijuana is a plant that can grow and thrive just about
“Why? What’s the point?”. Jake has a wife and a daughter and he hasn't spoken with his kid in months. His daughter refers to him as “the man that used to live with us” and he doesn't like speaking with his
Jake together with his wife (Beth) are Maoris, New Zealanders staying in housing development. Both the husband and wife are good-looking individuals, where Jake in his luminous, sleepy-eyed and self-contented smile that appears as if he’s full of confidence. But the heart of the matter is that he’s not. Amazingly, beer seems to be the one that fuels his bitterness, anger and insecurities, and disguises his strength.
Marijuana is a plant that people use for various reasons, whether that is for medicinal, recreational, social, personal, religious or nutritional uses. Recreational cannabis (marijuana), is designed to help get people high, the compound that recreational users chase is Tetrahydrocannabinol or THC. THC is the active ingredient in marijuana, which bonds with specific receptors in the brain to produce a number of effects. It can have a sedative effect, relax your inhibitions, increase your appetite, lower your blood pressure and many other factors. Marijuana can also interfere with your short-term memory, lower your reaction time and make you unsteady and off balance. Even though marijuana has been classed as an illegal drug, there are some negatives, there are many studies that prove marijuana is less harmful to our bodies than other legal dangers, such as drinking or smoking.
Jake is consciously aware that there is a problem, which is more than can be said about his friends. Perhaps the people that surround Jake are the issue, though. His close friends and the people whom he travels with include Lady Brett Ashley, Robert Cohn, Bill, and Mike. Brett, the target of Jake’s unrequited affections, is likely someone whom he should stop spending time with; however, it seems that he just can’t get away from her. She is a very strong and independent woman who isn’t known to behave in a traditionally feminine way. Jakes does remark that although she is very independent, “She can’t go anywhere alone.” Robert Cohn is a Jewish, wealthy expatriate; but unlike many of his friends, did not spend any time in the war. Cohn also falls head over heels in love with Brett, who soon rejects his affections as well. As a wealthy, Jewish, non war veteran Cohn stands out in the group and his fumbling attempts to court Brett are the source of much mockery and leads to many fights. Bill is also an American veteran who seems to be always drinking. He tends to use humor to try and deal with the emotional scars of war; however, is not immune to the immaturity and cruelty sometimes characterized by Jake and his friends. Finally, Mike is a very heavy drinking Scottish war veteran who is completely bankrupt. He is seen to have a terrible temper, which most often displays while he is drunk. Mike is also not comfortable with the
Marijuana is a mixture of the dried parts of the cannabis sativa hemp plant. Excessive marijuana use can lead to an addiction. The main chemical in marijuana is tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which moves quickly through the bloodstream and to the brain, causing mild hallucinogenic effects. THC binds with cannabdnob receptors and activates neurons, which causes adverse effects on the mind and body. THC can mimic or block actions of neurotransmitters and interfere with normal functions. Marijuana use can lead to disturbed thoughts and can worsen psychotic symptoms. The short-term effects of marijuana include impaired coordination; skewed sensory and time perception; difficulty with thinking; shortened attention span and distractibility; impaired learning and memory. Long term users of marijuana often experience lowered motivation and some can experience anxiety, panic attacks, respiratory illness, and increased heart rate and risk of heart attack.
Next, we have Alcohol Related Disorder. According to the DSM-5, Alcohol-Related Disorders include the following: Alcohol Use Disorder, Alcohol Intoxication, Alcohol Withdrawal, Other
Cannabis has copious amounts of effects on your body and brain. The effects range from bad all the way to good. Negative effects of cannabis may include anxiety, paranoia, and lowered reaction time, increased heart rate, distorted sense of time, and in some cases, psychosis. Cannabis does have positive effects for people with illnesses including cancer, multiple sclerosis, and many more. For teens, however, there is an increase of cannabis’ negative effects on the brain. This may include decreased brain activity, decreased neurons, trouble thinking and focusing, and a higher rate of dropping out of high school. Chronic users of cannabis may become dependent on it. It can also increase your rate of respiratory problems,
Signs and symptoms indicate that Smith is suffering from clinical disorders. All the signs and symptoms she is positive and hence indicating that she is suffering from adjustment disorder, bipolar disorder, eating disorder, major depressive disorder, borderline personality disorder and the acute stress disorder. She suffered from some form of mental retardation when she was young, mainly when her mother was harsh. She could be pushed around and forced to babysit her younger sister and brother. She argued out that her mother was both physically and emotionally abusive.
After a shooting accident, Jake believes Kat tried to kill him. Heartbroken, she leaves. Meanwhile, Jake recuperates and a witness, an old flame, provides the details that prove Rodriguez paid Duvall to kill him and blame his murder on
Marijuana is categorized into a larger sector of drugs called cannabis. Cannabis exhibits a combination of stimulant, depressant, and hallucinogenic properties, leaning towards hallucinogenic or psychedelic. While tetrahydrocannabinol is typically considered the primary active component of the cannabis plant, certain other cannabinoids like cannabinol may also contribute to psychoactive
Drinking can be due to many factors like genetic, physiological, psychological, and social factors and not everyone is equally affected by each (American Psychological Association [APA], 2016). Just like the textbook mentioned about Elon story, Alice knew her lifestyle was self-destructive, but she reached to a point where she could not control her own drug seeking behavior (Kearney & Trull, 2015, p. 251). Her mental illness was a result of environmental influences. Alice felt really pressured and overwhelmed by her job, raising
The primary effects of marijuana are caused by chemical components in the plant. These chemical components include cannabinoids like tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol
Alcohol’s effect on the body and mind is different from those effects that marijuana leaves. Consuming too much alcohol in a fast manner can lead to fatality. Alcohol being consumed too quickly, the body is unable to metabolize the alcohol quickly enough which can cause a buildup of alcohol within the brain that discontinues areas that are required for survival, such as heartbeat and breathing (Brownstein, 2014). Drinking an abundant amount of alcohol can have consequences. Alcoholism can cause liver disease, which can later change to liver cancer. Drinking alcohol affects portions of the brain that regulates speech, judgment, movement, and memory. These effects than lead to the acquainted drunkenness symbols which are rash behaviors, inaudible speech, trouble walking, and memory lapses. The national institute on drug abuse did a survey that stated 21 percent of drivers that were in traffic accidents, had alcohol levels that were above what the legal limits were (Kroll, 2014). Alcohol obstructs with the way brain communicates through its pathways, and can distress the way the brain
At first, Beth didn’t realize the rape had happened. Not until she reads Gracie’s journal does she find out, and she immediately goes with Nig to the bar where Jake drinks and confronts Jake’s drinking buddy. After seeing the journal entry, Jake believes the story and assaults his drinking buddy, beating him near to death. After this, Beth takes her family, minus Jake, to live with her aunt on a small Maori island where she grew up. Just before leaving, she remarked to Jake that he is still a slave: “To your fists, to the drink, to yourself,” and, “If I can survive living with you for 18 years, I can survive anything.”