History taking, Mental state examination, and making a diagnosis What body language and behavior used are most suitable while taking psychiatric history? What is an open-ended question? What question could you ask the patient after they have stopped volunteering their symptoms? "What other changes have your partner/family/friends noticed in you?" What is the definition of Command hallucinations? A voice or person telling them to do things PMH relevant to ask about in a psychiatric history Developmental problems  Head injuries  Endocrine abnormalities  Liver damage Esophageal varices  Peptic ulcers (can show if alcohol problems)  Vascular risk factors What to ask about alcohol/illicit drug use? Regular or intermittent Amount (know the units) Pattern Dependence/withdrawal  Impact on work, relationships, money, police  Screening questionnaires e.g. CAGE What to ask in a forensic history Offenses including sentences Recidivism  Particular attention to violen