Construct an argument detailing why you either support or are against Ernie’s proposed treatment plan. Do you believe that the proposed plan of treatment should depend on the symptoms or on the individual?
Ernie, a 22 year old graduate student, has recently begun experiencing some mild insomnia, decreased ability to concentrate and a few paranoid thoughts. Ernie’s classmates have noticed a change in his behavior over the past few weeks, as in making childish jokes and forgetting to complete classwork assignments. Ernie’s physician, after one appointment, has recommended anti-psychotic medication to help address his symptoms.
Construct an argument detailing why you either support or are against Ernie’s proposed treatment plan. Do you believe that the proposed plan of treatment should depend on the symptoms or on the individual?