Mental Status ExaminationA mental status examination (MSE) is an assessment process that investigates specific aspects of mental health status of a person. An MSE also assesses the potential risks associated with specific mental health problems, whether this is the risk of self-harm, harm to others or reputation (Procter, Hamer, McGarry, Wilson, Froggatt 2014). The MSE provides a clinical framework for examining changes in personal domains: attitude, appearance, mood, affect, behavior, orientation, speech, cognition, thoughts, perception, insight, judgment, and risk (TRCHM 2014). The results in these specific areas are placed with all subjective reports, biographical and historical information relating to that person. This then allows a precise opinion to be formed, followed by the formulation of a correct diagnosis (Procter et al 2014). This ultimately contributes to the treatment and care provided throughout that person's journey to recovery. The symptoms and mannerisms displayed by Robert will be deconstructed using an MSE to describe his mental state.Behavior and A...