- What psychological disorder is being illustrated in this film and by which character?
Identify the disorder by name (official name). What are the diagnostic criteria (Use
DSM-5)? The focus is on psychological disorders – not medical conditions. - What is the typical etiology for this disorder (e.g., age of onset, known causal factors
of this disorder, progression of symptoms, common co-morbidities, recommended
types of treatment)? (use scholarly sources) (2-3 pages) - Compare the movie portrayal of the disorder to the typical symptoms and etiology for
this disorder (#1 and # 2 above). E.g., how did the portrayal match up with the
diagnostic criteria, and etiology (age of onset, progression, common co-morbidities,
treatment)? In what ways was the portrayal accurate? In what ways was it
inaccurate? (2-3 pages)
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