Mr. Davis Case Study

Based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), I would diagnose James Davis as having Antisocial Personality Disorder 301.7 (F60.2), Alcohol Use Disorder 303.90 (F10.20) Severe, and Unspecified Substance-Related Disorder 292.9 (F19.99).
Mr. Davis is currently 23 years old and has had a budding conduct disorder prior to the age of 15 years old. Mr. Davis’s behavioral issues began at the young age of 9 years old. At that time, Mr. Davis was truant from school and stealing items from neighbors and relatives to sell. He also got into multiple fights. By the age of 12, Mr. Davis’ crimes became more severe and by the age of 15, he was charged with auto theft. For a diagnosis of Antisocial Personality Disorder, the presence of a conduct disorder had to be established prior to the age of 15. As outlined above, Mr. Davis’ actions prior to 15 years of age meet the DSM-5 criteria for the conduct disorder.
Mr. Davis has shown a lack of respect for others over a significant period of time. Although Mr. Davis’ parents attempted to

Davis has had several unsuccessful relationships with both men and women. Following an unsuccessful marriage to a woman, Mr. Davis began romantic relationships with men. Each of these relationships ended due to Mr. Davis’ abusive behaviors as a result of his alcohol and substance abuse. He was arrested on numerous occasions for his abuse. Yet, he was never charged due to lack of evidence or missing witness. Mr. Davis may have threatened or intimidated his victims to prevent them from testifying against him in court. This further supports the Antisocial Personality Diagnosis as the DSM-5 states individuals with this disorder may showcase recklessness and exploitation within their sexual relationships. As a result of Mr. Davis’ tremendous difficulties in maintaining personal and family relationships due to his own self destruction, I chose Z-Code Z63.0 Relationship Distress with Spouse or Intimate