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Mental Illness Case Study Jeanette

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Jeanette is a 67-years old white female who resides at one of the helping hands Outreach Services facility in Stroudsburg, PA. Jeanette has delays in her gross and fine motor skills. She requires physical assistance in order to navigate her steps and on uneven pavements. Jeanette did a psychiatric evaluation on 6/15/09 to address her aggression and inappropriate behaviors. Dr. Martha Turnberg diagnosed her with mood disorder in June, 2009. Dr. Matthew Berger given a diagnosed of OCD as well. Staff members mention that she will play with her fecal matter. Staff reported that Jeanette will sometimes go into her housemates rooms when they are elsewhere. She would touch their personal belongings and rearrange things on their dresser. She would
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