Behaviour, affect, mannerism and physical appearance at the
interview
28-year-old woman appears older than her years
Tall medium build, dyed mahogany coloured hair
Multiple old scars on both forearms (self-harming)
Pale, slight yellowing of skin
Multiple studs in both ear lobes
Piercings in nostril and lower lip
Tattoos on both upper arms
Jewellery ++
Jeans sneakers and t-shirt
Lisa is irritated- doesn’t want to be there
Eyes down, arms folded or nails tapping on the arm of the chair
Right leg and foot constantly tapping
As the interview commences she stats picking at her skin
She attempts to leave the room on occasion and is encouraged to
return, the discussion resumes