Vargas Case

Part One: Read “Topic 2: Vargas Case Study.” Complete a Cultural Formulation Interview based on the “Cultural Formulation” section in the DSM-5 and given the new information learned in session two of the Vargas case study. Refer to the attached CFI form for guidance and complete the CFI template.

Include a citation for the Cultural Formulation Interview. APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

Part Two: Review the Topic 2: Vargas Family Case Study. Write a 750-1,000-word paper in which you demonstrate how therapists apply psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral theories to analyze the presenting problem(s) and choose appropriate interventions.

Be sure to answer the following questions in your paper:

What are the two main presenting problems for the Vargas family?

How are the problems maintained according to: a) The psychoanalytic perspective? b) The cognitive-behavioral perspective?

What interventions would you plan to use in your next session?

From the psychoanalytic perspective (identify and describe your plan for two interventions)

From the cognitive-behavioral perspective (identify and describe your plan for two interventions)

Cite at least three academic sources (peer-reviewed journal articles, books, etc.).

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin

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Psychoanalysis refers to the application of psychological theories and therapies to treat mental illnesses. Therapists use psychoanalytic theories to analyze the presenting problems by establishing the relationships between the conscious and unconscious factors that affect the mind (Wright, 2008). The therapists use psychoanalytic theories to enable the patient to bring out their inner fears and conflicts. Cognitive behavioral theories refer to theories about human behavior that result from theoretical writings, clinical observations……………………..

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