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Assessment of a Psychiatric Patient The initial assessment of a psychiatric patient is usually a psychiatric interview. It includes the primary complaint, history of present disease, previous psychiatric treatment, and social and family history. A complete history is necessary for diagnostic precision. For example, a history of trauma is required for diagnosis of many psychiatric conditions that are related to injury. Symptoms If an individual experiences distressing signs, she or h