Caring For People With Mental Ill Health

Question 1

What are the 4 main care providers when caring for people with mental ill health ?

Answer 1

-family and friends
-NHS
-Charities such as rethink or mind
-private sector organisations eg the priory group

Question 2

What are some examples of mental health problems ?

Answer 2

-anorexia
-bipolar
-OCD
-post traumatic stress disorder
-post natal depression
-schizophrenia
-self harm

Question 3

What is the legislation regarding mental health and what does it do ?

Answer 3

Mental health act 2007
Means individuals can be admitted to hospital , detained and treated without their consent , either for their own health and safety or for the protection of others . Usually , doctors or other mental health professionals make the decision to detain someone and the police may be involved

Question 4

Examples of ways people can maintain a good mental health ?

Answer 4

-talking about their feelings
-keeping active
-eating well
-keeping in touch with friends and family
-asking for help when needed
-taking a break
-enjoying hobbies
-accepting who they are
-caring for others
-drinking sensibly