Film Analysis Assignment
View a film from the list below. As you watch, identify the mental disorder portrayed by the character.
1. Write a short summary of the movie theme, identifying the character, the mental disorder, and signs and symptoms of the character.
2. Provide evidence of this disorder by comparing the characteristics of the movie character with the disorder identified by your text, DSM-5, or other evidence-based source.
3. Look at current practice guidelines of the disorder to identify what interventions have evidence. Compare treatment/coping skills used in the movie to treatment suggested in the evidence.
4. Discuss the client and family teaching needed. Was there any teaching or support for the patient and family in the film? What do you think would be helpful? Provide evidence to support your teaching recommendations.
This analysis should be 2-4pages long, in APA format, including citations of evidence. In addition, a title page and reference page should be provided. A minimum of 2 references are required. Use the bolded words as heading to organize your paper. Consult an APA format guide for proper APA formatting.
