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    Jake Cruz, a 22-year-old Filipino man diagnosed with major depression and deliberate self-poisoning, is being referred to the community mental health team for monitoring as he transitions back to living in the community. He displayed symptoms a year ago after a divorce and presented again in April 2021. He has shown progress with antidepressant medication and therapy but still has low mood. As he has limited English, continues therapy in his native language is recommended along with encouraging exercise and employment.

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    Jake Cruz, a 22-year-old Filipino man diagnosed with major depression and deliberate self-poisoning, is being referred to the community mental health team for monitoring as he transitions back to living in the community. He displayed symptoms a year ago after a divorce and presented again in April 2021. He has shown progress with antidepressant medication and therapy but still has low mood. As he has limited English, continues therapy in his native language is recommended along with encouraging exercise and employment.

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    Jake Cruz, a 22-year-old Filipino man diagnosed with major depression and deliberate self-poisoning, is being referred to the community mental health team for monitoring as he transitions back to living in the community. He displayed symptoms a year ago after a divorce and presented again in April 2021. He has shown progress with antidepressant medication and therapy but still has low mood. As he has limited English, continues therapy in his native language is recommended along with encouraging exercise and employment.

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    Community Mental Health Department

    Copper Mental Health Team


    Perth, Australia

    7 February 2021

    Re: Jake Cruz, 22 years old

    Dear Team Leader,

    I am writing to refer Mr. Jake Cruz, who was diagnosed with major depression and deliberate self-
    poisoning. Your management and support are highly requested as he transitions back to the community
    today.

    Mr. Cruz initially displayed episode of the abovementioned conditions a year ago after his divorce.
    Subsequently, on April 5, he presented with the same condition and was commenced on mirtazipine,
    30mg and cognitive behavioral therapy. At present, he is showing a remarkable progress, even though
    with low mood, there is low risk of self harm, provided he is supported and monitored.

    Socially, Mr Cruz is from the Philippines and has limited English skills. Unemployed since last year, he
    has been living with his mother who prohibited him from taking antipsychotic medications due to
    superstitious beliefs. Hence, education regarding its importance was provided.

    It would be greatly appreciated if you could monitor Mr. Cruz closely for any suicidal ideation. observe
    his adherence and possible reaction to medication. Kindly ensure that benzodiazepines are not prescribed
    as this was used for self-poisoning. Also, continue his therapy with a Filipino clinician or use an
    interpreter. Lastly, encourage him to exercise and to look for employment.

    Should you have any concern regarding Mr. Cruz, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    Yours faithfully,

    Nurse

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