WEEK 7 Flashcards
(13 cards)
list some target priority populations for mental health
A&TSI Older Australians People with socioeconomic disadvantage Carers of people with chronic conditions Remote, rural, regional People with mental illness
Define mental health
A state of well-being in which an individual realises his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and is able to make a contribution to his or her community (WHO, 2014)
what are the two major classifications of mental illness
DSM: Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorder
ICD: International classifications of diseases
Five categories of illness
- Organic mental disorders
- Psychotic disorders
- Mood disorders
- Anxiety and stress related disorders
- Personality disorders
anxiety disorders: what are they
Are classed as either primary (anxiety for no apparent reason) or secondary (anxiety due to a medical condition, a medication or another psychiatric disorder).
mood disorders
psychopathological condition in which a persuasive disturbance of mood is the primary feature, usually with a return to normal functioning between episodes
what causes mood disorders
Genetics Neurobiological factors Medical/hormonal Psychosocial factors Live events and environment Childbirth
what is the mental state examination
Every diagnosis of a mental health disorder includes this examination
Clinicals often use this examination in there normal interactions when with patients
Includes things such as appearance and behaviour, speech, affect, mood and quality
List 4 barriers to mental illness
Non recognition - by patient or doctor
Lack of language to describe symptoms
Belief it is not the domain of doctors
stigma
what is emergency psychiatry
Intervention for patients in need or urgent diagnosis and care. It is - Timely - Immediate - Planned
what kinds of symptoms does a person present when being admitted to emergency psychiatry
Suicidal ideas and self harm Confusion Distress Aggression/violence and homicidal ideals Hallucinations and delusions Disorganised thinking and behaviour
who is mainly at risk of suicide
Hard to predict
Main demographic is males, socially isolates, older or youth and certain occupational groups
Family history of suicide and abuse
Recent loss, trauma, illness irritation - dynamic
Victorias approved mental health services
Access to mental health services
Access to mental health services are primarily through a GP
Those seriously affected by mental illness are referred to a specialist mental health service.
This can be:
Clinical - focuses on assessment and treatment. Manages by general facilities such as hospitals
Nonclinical - called mental health community support services. Managing recovery and maximising participation in life