A mental status exam (MSE) may conducted during the initial session or intake interview for the purpose of understanding a client's level of functioning and self-presentation.
What happens during an intake interview ?
Type of information gathered by CO in an intake interview: important to understand the issues/problems that may have motivated the client to pursue counseling; i.e. when issue started, surrounding events that may be relevant, degree to which problem is affecting client's daily functioning.
What is meant by mental status?
A comprehensive description or statement of a patient's intellectual capacity, emotional state, and general mental health based on examiner's observations and directed interview; includes assessment of mood, behavior, orientation, judgment, memory, problem-solving ability, and contact with reality.
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