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Psychiatric Assessment - The First Step to Diagnosing and Treating Psychiatric Disorders The primary step in assessment is listening to the patient's story. This includes the patient's recollection of signs, how they have altered with time and their impact on day-to-day functioning. It is also essential to understand the patient's previous psychiatric diagnoses, consisting of relapses and treatments. Knowledge of previous reoccurrences might suggest that the existing diagnosis requires to be reassessed. Background A patient's psychiatric assessment is the primary