Evolution of Psychiatric-Mental Health Care

Factors related to a person's physical body that can influence their mental health.

Factors that occur during pregnancy and after childbirth that can impact a mother's mental health.

Factors related to a person's society, culture, and environment that can influence their mental health.

Factors related to a person's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that can influence their mental health.

The ability to live in harmony with oneself, others, nature, and a higher power. It's essential for well-being.

Focuses on understanding a person's actions by observing their behavior in different situations.

Explains human behavior by focusing on their mental processes, like thinking, learning, and problem-solving.

Combines aspects of behavioral and cognitive theories, highlighting the link between thinking and actions.

A systematic process of collecting, organizing, and analyzing data about a client, including their mental health.

A comprehensive approach to nursing that focuses on the individual's emotional, mental, and social well-being.

A widely held belief in the 15th to 13th centuries that mental illness was incurable and individuals with mental illness lacked understanding and feelings.

Practices used in the 15th to 13th centuries to treat mental illness, often harmful and based on superstition rather than medical knowledge. Examples include ice baths and bloodletting.

A period marked by significant shifts in understanding and treatment of mental illness. Key figures like Benjamin Rush, Philippe Pinel, and William Tuke championed humane care and challenged prevailing views.

American physician considered the Father of American Psychiatry. He emphasized the importance of a pleasant environment and diversionary activities in treating mental illness. He introduced the Tranquilizer Chair and the Gyrator, though their effectiveness is debatable.

French physician who advocated for kindness and moral treatment of the mentally ill. He famously released patients from chains and promoted humane practices in hospitals like La Bicêtre and Salpêtrière.

A British Quaker who advocated for humane treatment of the mentally ill. He established the York Retreat, a model for future institutions emphasizing dignity and respectful care.

The period before the establishment of psychiatric nursing. Mental health conditions were often neglected and treatment inadequate.

The urgent need for improvements in mental health care during the period before the establishment of psychiatric nursing. This need was driven by the deplorable conditions that patients faced.

Linda Richards, the first recognized psychiatric nurse who played a pivotal role in shaping the profession. Her contributions laid the foundation for modern psychiatric nursing practice.

The development of a new role within the healthcare system - psychiatric nursing. Its purpose is to provide specialized care and support for individuals with mental health conditions.

A type of treatment focuses on the connection between physical and mental health. It uses various therapies to promote well-being, such as aromatherapy, acupuncture, massage, biofeedback, herbs, and nutritional approaches.

Neuroses, according to Horney, arise from a person's upbringing and their relationships. These experiences shape our personalities.

Sullivan believed that our interactions with others, particularly in childhood, play a significant role in shaping our mental health.

A team comprised of specialists working together to provide comprehensive mental health care.

The leader of the mental health team, responsible for making diagnoses and prescribing treatment.

A psychologist specialized in clinical work. They assess and interpret psychological tests, offer therapy, and focus on behavioral modification.

A specialist in nutrition who plans healthy meals for those receiving mental health treatment.

A religious leader who provides spiritual care to patients and their families.

A social worker focusing on identifying and handling the social aspects of mental health problems in clients and families.

A nurse with advanced training in mental health who offers education, consultation, and care planning for patients.

A mental health professional involved in the direct care of patients. Their responsibilities include assessments, medication administration, and therapeutic activities.

A professional involved in providing activities to help patients improve their daily living skills and engage in creative activities.

A mental health worker who assists psychiatric nurses in providing basic care to patients.

A medical doctor focused on general health and co-occurring conditions that can affect mental health.

The ability of individuals, families, and communities to adapt and cope with stress and challenges.

A complex emotional state characterized by fear, apprehension, and worry, often accompanied by physical sensations like palpitations, nausea, chest pain, and shortness of breath.

Fear anxiety is categorized by four key domains: how long the emotion lasts, its focus in time, the specific threat involved, and the direction of motivation.

Focuses on the duration of the emotional experience, ranging from momentary to long-lasting.

Focuses on the temporal focus of fear anxiety, whether it's about the present, past, or future.

Focuses on the degree of specificity in the fear-inducing threat, ranging from vague to distinct.

Focuses on the direction of motivation in fear anxiety, whether it's avoidance, approach, or a mix.

Anxiety is often triggered by the unknown, making it a key characteristic.

A set of principles aimed at providing supportive care for people experiencing anxiety and other mental health challenges.

A state of nervousness or unease, often accompanied by physiological changes, such as increased heart rate and sweating.

A broader range of sensory perception, allowing for a wider awareness of surroundings. It's commonly experienced during anxiety.

Heightened senses, leading to a heightened awareness of stimuli. Common in anxiety.

The tendency to react more easily to stimuli, often with increased irritability or anger. It's a common symptom of anxiety.

A coping mechanism for anxiety, where individuals engage in physical activities to relieve tension. Examples include exercise, cleaning, or fidgeting.

A coping mechanism for anxiety, where individuals use mental distractions to divert attention from their worries. Examples include daydreaming, fantasizing, or zoning out.

Behaviors that help individuals manage anxiety in daily life. These can be healthy or unhealthy depending on frequency and impact on well-being.

The ability to identify and manage anxiety, understand its triggers, and implement coping strategies. It's crucial for effective anxiety management.