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Which emotional conditions are considered as having mild to moderate impairment?
Which emotional conditions are considered as having mild to moderate impairment?
- Chronic insomnia and severe anxiety
- Schizophrenia and major depression
- Severe impulse control and substance-related disorders
- Mild depression and generalized anxiety disorder (correct)
What is a distinguishing factor of mental illness compared to temporary emotional problems?
What is a distinguishing factor of mental illness compared to temporary emotional problems?
- Short-term distress
- Mild temporary discomfort
- Common emotional challenges
- Chronic or long-term impairments (correct)
Which disorder falls under the category of neurodevelopment disorders?
Which disorder falls under the category of neurodevelopment disorders?
- Schizophrenia
- Attention-deficit disorder (correct)
- Bipolar disorder
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
What role does the DSM-5 primarily serve in the field of mental health?
What role does the DSM-5 primarily serve in the field of mental health?
Which of the following is true about the Basic Level Registered Nurse in mental health care?
Which of the following is true about the Basic Level Registered Nurse in mental health care?
Which of the following concerns falls into the 'schizophrenia spectrum disorders' category?
Which of the following concerns falls into the 'schizophrenia spectrum disorders' category?
Which type of nurse has specialized training in psychiatric mental health nursing?
Which type of nurse has specialized training in psychiatric mental health nursing?
Which disorder represents a long-term mental health condition?
Which disorder represents a long-term mental health condition?
What role does the unconscious primarily play in influencing behavior?
What role does the unconscious primarily play in influencing behavior?
Which statement best describes the id?
Which statement best describes the id?
How does the ego function in regards to reality?
How does the ego function in regards to reality?
What components make up the superego?
What components make up the superego?
At what stage of development does the superego typically emerge?
At what stage of development does the superego typically emerge?
Which of the following best illustrates the process of reality testing?
Which of the following best illustrates the process of reality testing?
Why might an individual struggle to recall memories stored in the unconscious?
Why might an individual struggle to recall memories stored in the unconscious?
Which statement about the id is true?
Which statement about the id is true?
What happens when an individual's behavior aligns with the ideals of the superego?
What happens when an individual's behavior aligns with the ideals of the superego?
Which of the following accurately describes integrative care in mental health treatment?
Which of the following accurately describes integrative care in mental health treatment?
What certification levels exist for nurses specializing in holistic nursing?
What certification levels exist for nurses specializing in holistic nursing?
Which mental health professionals are primarily focused on treating individuals with psychiatric conditions?
Which mental health professionals are primarily focused on treating individuals with psychiatric conditions?
Which approach advocates for the use of small doses of plant extracts and other materials to stimulate self-defense mechanisms?
Which approach advocates for the use of small doses of plant extracts and other materials to stimulate self-defense mechanisms?
What is a key principle of naturopathy in mental health care?
What is a key principle of naturopathy in mental health care?
What is the primary focus of the Preconventional stage in moral development?
What is the primary focus of the Preconventional stage in moral development?
In which stage do individuals begin to view rightness and wrongness in relation to personal motivations?
In which stage do individuals begin to view rightness and wrongness in relation to personal motivations?
What is the significance of Stage 4 in Kohlberg's moral development framework?
What is the significance of Stage 4 in Kohlberg's moral development framework?
Which statement best describes Stage 5 in moral development?
Which statement best describes Stage 5 in moral development?
In Gilligan's Ethics of Care Theory, what replaces Kohlberg's justice view?
In Gilligan's Ethics of Care Theory, what replaces Kohlberg's justice view?
What characterizes Stage 6 in Kohlberg's framework of moral development?
What characterizes Stage 6 in Kohlberg's framework of moral development?
What mindset does the Conventional stage reinforce?
What mindset does the Conventional stage reinforce?
At which stage do individuals become aware that differing perspectives on rules exist?
At which stage do individuals become aware that differing perspectives on rules exist?
Which stage suggests that morality should prioritize caring for both self and others?
Which stage suggests that morality should prioritize caring for both self and others?
What principle is emphasized in both the Ethics of Care Theory and Gilligan's moral development perspective?
What principle is emphasized in both the Ethics of Care Theory and Gilligan's moral development perspective?
What is meant by 'stigma' in the context of mental health?
What is meant by 'stigma' in the context of mental health?
Which treatment setting is considered the least restrictive?
Which treatment setting is considered the least restrictive?
What is a key characteristic of Patient Centered Medical Homes?
What is a key characteristic of Patient Centered Medical Homes?
Which of the following is NOT a component of psychiatric home care?
Which of the following is NOT a component of psychiatric home care?
In which scenario would a Primary Care Physician typically be the first point of contact?
In which scenario would a Primary Care Physician typically be the first point of contact?
What does the 'systems approach' in Patient Centered Medical Homes emphasize?
What does the 'systems approach' in Patient Centered Medical Homes emphasize?
Which of the following settings provides both emergency services and outpatient care?
Which of the following settings provides both emergency services and outpatient care?
What distinguishes Assertive Community Treatment from traditional outpatient care?
What distinguishes Assertive Community Treatment from traditional outpatient care?
Which emergency service is designed to stabilize individuals in crisis?
Which emergency service is designed to stabilize individuals in crisis?
Why was Psychiatric Home Care developed?
Why was Psychiatric Home Care developed?
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Study Notes
Emotional and Mental Health Spectrum
- Individuals may experience emotional problems or mild to moderate discomfort, including insomnia, lack of concentration, or appetite loss.
- Distress that increases or persists may lead individuals to seek professional help.
- Common issues in this spectrum include mild depression, generalized anxiety disorder, and attention-deficit disorder.
- Severe mental illnesses like depression and schizophrenia are characterized by chronic and disabling impairments affecting thinking, mood, and behavior.
- Everyone exists on a mental health-mental illness continuum, with many people experiencing graduations in their mental health status throughout life.
DSM-5 Classification of Psychiatric Disorders
- Collects epidemiological statistics on various psychiatric disorders, including:
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Schizophrenia Spectrum disorders
- Bipolar and related disorders
- Depressive disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive disorders
- Trauma and Stressor-related disorders
- Dissociative disorders
- Somatic Symptom disorders
- Eating disorders
- Elimination disorders
- Sleep-Wake disorders
- Sexual dysfunction
- Gender Dysphoria
- Disruptive, impulse control, and conduct disorders
- Substance-related and addictive disorders
- Neurocognitive disorders
- Personality disorders
- Paraphilic disorders
- Other disorders
Nursing Levels in Mental Health
- Basic Level Registered Nurse: Graduates from nursing programs, qualified for general or specialty fields.
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse: PMH-RN, a graduate who specializes in psychiatric mental health nursing.
The Unconscious Mind
- Contains repressed memories and emotions associated with trauma, influencing conscious thoughts and feelings.
- Accessing unconscious material usually requires a trained therapist's help.
Freud’s Personality Structure
- Id: Present at birth, entirely unconscious, impulsive, and the source of drives and instincts; seeks immediate gratification.
- Ego: Develops through interaction, balances id's demands with reality, follows the reality principle to plan actions and delay gratification.
- Superego: Develops between ages 3-5, represents moral conscience, induces guilt when behavior falls short of ideals.
Stages of Moral Development
- Stage 2: Individualism & Exchange - Recognizes differing viewpoints; breaking rules incurs risks.
- Stage 3: Good Interpersonal Relationships - Morality relates to intentions and good behavior; values between individuals are accepted.
- Stage 4: Maintaining The Social Order - Adopts broader societal norms; authority and rules are essential for community order.
- Stage 5: Social Contract and Individual Rights - Importance of a just society; duty to protect the rights of others against corrupt systems.
- Stage 6: Universal Ethical Principles - Advocates for justice for everyone; justifies breaking unjust laws.
Gilligan's Stages of Moral Development
- Preconventional: Focus on individual survival and selfishness.
- Conventional: Emphasizes self-sacrifice and responsibility toward others.
- Postconventional: Prioritizes nonviolence and balancing self-care with others' well-being.
Ethics of Care Theory
- Proposed by Carol Gilligan, suggests replacing Kohlberg's justice view with a morality of care, emphasizing the importance of relationships and personal sacrifice for loved ones.
Continuum of Care in Mental Health
- Ranges from Primary Care Physicians to Specialized psychiatric providers and includes various treatment settings:
- Patient-Centered Medical Homes
- Assertive Community Treatment
- Intensive Outpatient Programs
- Emergency Care and Crisis Stabilization
Treatment Modalities
- Primary Care Physician: First point of contact for health issues.
- Specialized Psychiatric Care Providers: Professionals with specific training in psychiatric disorders.
- Patient Centered Medical Homes: Integrated approach to health care, focusing on coordinated and accessible services.
Community Mental Health Centers
- Offer emergency services, home-based services, and outpatient services.
Psychiatric Home Care
- Requires criteria like being homebound, having a psychiatric diagnosis, and needing psychiatric nursing care.
Integrative Care
- Focuses on prevention and wellness, addressing physical, mental, and spiritual needs, encouraging patient participation.
Conventional Care
- Involves symptom treatment through drugs, surgery, and other medical interventions.
Mindfulness and Alternative Approaches
- Mindfulness: Meditation practice focused on breathing and thought clarity, helpful for depression and anxiety.
- Homeopathy: Utilizes small doses of natural substances to stimulate healing.
- Naturopathy: Emphasizes health restoration with various healing methods, reinforcing patient responsibility in recovery.
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