Depression, Anxiety, Substance Use, and Chronic Pain CASE STUDY 4
Ms. R.D. is a 45-year-old female presenting with insomnia, fatigue, chronic low back pain, and mood changes.History PMH: Chronic pain, prior opioid exposure Reports alcohol use nightly PHQ-9: 17, GAD-7: 15 Student Assignment Requirements 1. Pathophysiology (25%) Neurobiology of depression and anxiety Substance use impact on CNS Pain–mood interaction 2. Mental Health Assessment (35%) Diagnostic...