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The epidemiology of mental illness is the_____________________
The epidemiology of mental illness is the_____________________
incidence and prevalence
What are three problems of doing an epidemiological study on mental illness?
What are three problems of doing an epidemiological study on mental illness?
definition, sampling pool, practicality
Name two epidemiological studies done today.
Name two epidemiological studies done today.
ECA and NCS
What does ECA stand for?
What does ECA stand for?
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What does NCS stand for?
What does NCS stand for?
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_______% of the population has had some mental illness in their lifetime.
_______% of the population has had some mental illness in their lifetime.
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_______% has had major depression.
_______% has had major depression.
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_______% has had major depression this past year.
_______% has had major depression this past year.
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_______ did the first study of social class and mental illness in ________.
_______ did the first study of social class and mental illness in ________.
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Edward Jarvis was an _________.
Edward Jarvis was an _________.
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Edward Jarvis concluded that about ___% of people in mental hospitals were actually ________.
Edward Jarvis concluded that about ___% of people in mental hospitals were actually ________.
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What were two groups in mental asylums at the time of Edward Jarvis's study?
What were two groups in mental asylums at the time of Edward Jarvis's study?
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Edward Jarvis concluded that mental illness was coming from __________.
Edward Jarvis concluded that mental illness was coming from __________.
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Faris and Dunham conducted a study in ______ in the ______.
Faris and Dunham conducted a study in ______ in the ______.
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____ mapped out neighborhoods close to the city and away from the city; they knew what neighborhoods were __________.
____ mapped out neighborhoods close to the city and away from the city; they knew what neighborhoods were __________.
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Hollingshead was a _________.
Hollingshead was a _________.
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Redich was a ________.
Redich was a ________.
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Hollingshead and Redich did a study in ________ in the ______.
Hollingshead and Redich did a study in ________ in the ______.
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___________ performed both somatic and psychological treatments in their study.
___________ performed both somatic and psychological treatments in their study.
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Hollingshead and Redich concluded that the poor classes had more mental illness but __________.
Hollingshead and Redich concluded that the poor classes had more mental illness but __________.
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Srole did a study in _________ in the ________.
Srole did a study in _________ in the ________.
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Srole's study was __________.
Srole's study was __________.
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In ______ study, he surveyed 1500 people.
In ______ study, he surveyed 1500 people.
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In Srole's study, the ______ seemed to have more mental illness than the ______; due to Manhattan being a ______ area.
In Srole's study, the ______ seemed to have more mental illness than the ______; due to Manhattan being a ______ area.
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The view that _______ leads to socioeconomic status: ________.
The view that _______ leads to socioeconomic status: ________.
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What does the term 'drift' refer to in mental health?
What does the term 'drift' refer to in mental health?
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The view that _______ leads to mental illness: ________.
The view that _______ leads to mental illness: ________.
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What is the meaning of 'causation' in the context of mental health?
What is the meaning of 'causation' in the context of mental health?
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The socioeconomic distribution of ________ and ________ help to explain the relationship between SES and mental illness.
The socioeconomic distribution of ________ and ________ help to explain the relationship between SES and mental illness.
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Who is associated with the view that the worker is unable to gain satisfaction from his labor?
Who is associated with the view that the worker is unable to gain satisfaction from his labor?
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What encompasses all characteristics of economic activity related to the acquisition, retention, and loss of jobs?
What encompasses all characteristics of economic activity related to the acquisition, retention, and loss of jobs?
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What is a major contribution to people being in distress?
What is a major contribution to people being in distress?
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What are some reasons for unemployment?
What are some reasons for unemployment?
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Who came up with the demand/control model for job demands and decision latitudes?
Who came up with the demand/control model for job demands and decision latitudes?
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What describes a worker who experiences a high level of demands on the job and has little flexibility to meet those demands?
What describes a worker who experiences a high level of demands on the job and has little flexibility to meet those demands?
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______ is based on a belief of freedom on the job ex: closeness of supervision.
______ is based on a belief of freedom on the job ex: closeness of supervision.
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What is associated with high self-esteem and high life satisfaction?
What is associated with high self-esteem and high life satisfaction?
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Study Notes
Epidemiology of Mental Illness
- Focuses on incidence and prevalence rates of mental illness within populations.
Challenges in Epidemiological Studies
- Issues with defining mental illness, establishing a representative sampling pool, and practical implementation of studies.
Current Epidemiological Studies
- Key studies include the Epidemiological Catchment Area (ECA) study and the National Comorbidity Study (NCS).
Key Studies
- ECA: Investigates mental health trends and conditions across various demographic groups.
- NCS: Explores the prevalence and correlates of mental disorders nationally.
Prevalence of Mental Illness
- Approximately 45% of individuals experience some form of mental illness in their lifetime.
- Major depression affects about 15-20% of the population at some point.
- 10% experience major depression within a year.
Historical Studies on Social Class and Mental Illness
- Edward Jarvis conducted the first significant study in the 1850s, focusing on the mentally ill in asylums.
- He estimated that 2% of asylum patients were genuinely mentally ill, indicating misclassification.
Social Class Insights
- Findings suggested that mental illness was more prevalent among poorer classes.
- Faris and Dunham's study in 1930s Chicago mapped neighborhoods to analyze wealth-related disparities in mental health.
Sociological Contributions
- Hollingshead (sociologist) and Redich (psychiatrist) conducted a 1950s study in New Haven, noting a higher prevalence of mental illness in poorer classes but identifying specific disorders influenced by socioeconomic status.
- Their findings indicated that upper classes faced anxiety and mood disorders, while lower classes showed higher rates of schizophrenia.
Srole's Random Study
- Conducted in Manhattan in the late 1950s with 1,500 surveyed individuals, revealing that wealthier individuals appeared to have more mental health issues due to the rich environment of Manhattan.
Mental Illness and Socioeconomic Status
- The "drift" hypothesis posits that mental illness can lead to lower socioeconomic status ("can't hold a job").
- The "causation" model suggests that socioeconomic status contributes to the development of mental illness.
Socioeconomic Stressors
- Factors like stressors and resources help explain the link between mental illness and socioeconomic status.
Labor Market Dynamics
- Karl Marx's viewpoint emphasized that individuals have little control over job-related economic activities, contributing to distress.
- Unemployment is a significant distress factor, influenced by economic cycles, job downsizing, and shifts in job distributions.
Job Demands and Control
- Karasek's demand/control model highlights the psychological distress faced by workers with high demands and low decision-making flexibility in their jobs.
- A job environment characterized by close supervision limits decision latitude, affecting mental health.
Job Complexity and Well-Being
- Higher self-esteem and life satisfaction correlate with jobs that demand substantial cognitive engagement, referred to as substantive complexity.
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This quiz focuses on the epidemiology of mental illness, exploring key concepts and terminology related to its incidence and prevalence. It addresses various challenges in conducting epidemiological studies and highlights important studies in the field. Ideal for students studying mental health and social dynamics.
