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We assessed clinical intake paperwork (N = 128) from three similar, mid-sized Midwestern counties for cultural variable inclusion and response formats (i.e., checkbox, open-ended) via systematic content analysis. We found no patterns across intakes or geographic area in terms of which cultural variables counselors included on their intake paperwork, though we found consistency in terms of response type. To date, few researchers have examined counselor intake paperwork, specifically cultural variable inclusion, and theoretical recommendations are inconsistent. We suggest that asking about client cultural identities on intake paperwork is a vital first step in the counseling process, demonstrating openness, warmth, and unconditional positive regard as a foundation for the working alliance. We present pertinent literature and research findings and offer recommendations for counseling professionals to strengthen cultural identity inclusion in their intake paperwork., According to the American Counseling Association (ACA, 2014) Code of Ethics, assessment is 'the process of collecting in-depth information about a person in order to develop a comprehensive plan that [...]

Individuals with autism experience multiple issues affecting their overall health and wellbeing. A comprehensive picture of the numerous domains affected in children and youth with autism is lacking. To understand the care planning needs of these children and youth, data were collected and analyzed using the Child and Youth Mental Health (ChYMH) Assessment and the Child and Youth Mental Health--Developmental Disabilities (ChYMH-DD) tools. Specifically, this study analyzed a series of collaborative action plans (CAPs) triggered by individuals with autism without intellectual disability (ID) and individuals with autism and with ID. Individuals with autism both without and with ID triggered numerous CAPs, suggesting individuals with autism are at risk for a myriad of issues. Findings also revealed children and youth who triggered one concern also triggered concerns in other domains. Prevalent areas with many consequential concerns highlighted in this article include social challenges, sleep, and injurious behaviors. These areas signal issues of concern for individuals with autism, their caregivers, and health care professionals. Further research to determine the most effective interventions to manage or prevent these issues from affecting the wellbeing of individuals with autism is needed. Key Words: Autism, mental health, intellectual disability, interRAI, Child and Youth Mental Health (ChYMH) Assessment, Child and Youth Mental Health--Developmental Disabilities (ChYMH-DD)., Individuals with autism experience multiple issues affecting their overall health and wellbeing. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (2011), the overall prevalence of autism has increased [...]

After a clinical examination and testing, your diagnosis is confirmed. Now, it's time to develop a management plan. Here's how. This month, Review of Optometry launches a new series called [...]

It's been a while since Holly finished her snack, but she's coughing and tearing up. This catches a speech-language pathologist's attention as she walks through a self-contained classroom for students [...]

If you are one of the estimated 1.7 million Americans who will be diagnosed with cancer this year, your treatment program will depend on the type of cancer you have, [...]