Introduction to Mental Health Nursing PDF

Introduction to Mental Health Nursing NURS 3060  Objectives Define mental health and mental illness Discuss the continuum of health and illness as it relates to mental health Describe how cultural and societal factors impact our understanding of mental...

Introduction to Mental Health Nursing NURS 3060  Objectives Define mental health and mental illness Discuss the continuum of health and illness as it relates to mental health Describe how cultural and societal factors impact our understanding of mental health and illness Discuss the role of individual, social, and environmental factors on mental health and illness Compare the classification systems for mental illness Discuss culturally sensitive care to meet the diverse needs of clients Describe the ethical principles related to nursing care  To Do Review ATI Engage Mental Health Foundational Concepts of Mental Health Nursing Complete practice test by January 26th at midnight  World Health Organization Health and Mental Health Health- a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Mental Health- a state of well-being in which each individual can realize his or her potential, cope with the normal stresses of life, work productively, and contribute to the community. Physical and mental health are highly correlated Mental health includes: *Rational thinking * Self-control *Learning/Productivity *Relationships * Communication * Happiness/Joy *Self-esteem *Resiliency Mental Health Continuum (University of Michigan, 2019; Delphis, 2020)  Society’s Definition of Mental Illness Changes over time Shaped by culture and values Shaped by the medical establishment Mental illness often attributed to others that are different or don’t conform Mental illness is a common condition that may involve problems with cognition, mood, and/or behavior.  Historical Perspective Early modern mental illness care: Stigmatization Isolation/Institutionalization Post WWII: Diagnosis (DSM) Pharmacology (chlorpromazine/Thorazine) Other treatments (Electroconvulsive therapy) Deinstitutionalization/Community-based care Current trends: De-stigmitization/normalization Recovery/Quality of life oriented Genetics & Neuroimaging Research Domain Criteria (RDoC)- objective, measurable data  Mental Illness Results in change in Emotions Thinking Behavior Associated with distress/problems in daily functioning Social and family relationships Work or school (American Psychiatric Association, 2018)  Mental Health Disorder Classifications DSM-5 Categorized by clinical manifestations Neurodevelopmental Neurocognitive Personality disorders Substance-related disorders Mood disorders Schizophrenia spectrum disorders Etc. Diathesis-Stress Model  Factors Impacting Mental Health Individual Personality/Resilience (?) Biology/Genetics Prenatal exposure Social/Economic Education, poverty, discrimination, trauma Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Environmental Similar to social/economic, but macro-level Access to care/resources, systemic problems  Effect of Bias and Stigma on Mental Health Stigma Public Self Institutional Bias Stereotyping Prejudice Discrimination Types of bias Implicit Explicit  Ethics Ethics Principles Beneficence Autonomy Nonmaleficence Justice Self-determination Confidentiality  Mental Health Policy and Parity Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (2008) Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (2010) Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act (2010)  Cultural Aspects of Care Cultural Sensitivity Cultural Humility Patient-centered, holistic, respectful An aspect of cultural sensitivity Based on needs, preferences, and values of the client Self-reflective, respectful Promotes autonomy and equity Recognizes power imbalances