MMPI and Panic Disorder

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This paper provide thorough description and explanation of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory and the DSM-IV definition of Panic Disorder. A discussion is presented with respect as to how the MMPI can be used by a clinician in detecting the panic disorder. A full explanation was given along with a hypothetical case study situation.

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"Throughout history mental disorders have plagued mankind without benefit of understanding or empathy. In fact the majority of mental disorders such as schizophrenia, personality disorders, manic-depressive or bipolar disorders have long been misunderstood and mistreated. As a result of the misunderstanding of the mental disease process fear and shame were often the hallmarks of those who were afflicted. At times those afflicted with a mental disease were tortured, burned at the stake as heretics, and even placed in "cleansing vats", all in the name of purifying the mind. Today, however, through a more compassionate and scientific understanding, mental disorders have become a recognizable disease characterized by a disruption of the body's psycho-neurobiological process (Docherty, et al, 2003). The most arduous task confronting clinical mental health practitioners is that of diagnosing mental disorders and the process has become equally complex. "

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