Chapter 1 Intro / Evolution Flashcards
More than __ million people have mental disorders, and half of all mental disorders begin before the age of _
More than 450 million, and before the age of 14
What prevents many people from seeking mental health care
-stigma
It is estimated that the cost of mental illness to Canadian society may be as high as $__ billion annually
$ 63 billion
What is the uk National institute for Health and care excellence (Nice)
An independent interdisciplinary organization that provides national guidance on promoting good health and preventing and treating ill health
In 2012-2013, what did the “improved access to psychological therapies” increase?
They increased the number of referrals made for psychological therapies
In Canada, why did the federal government establish the “mental Health commission of Canada (MHCC)”
There was a testimony from people with mental disorders, their families, service providers, and researchers that drew attention for the urgent need for increased government investment into Canadians suffering from a mental disorder
What is the “mental health commission of Canada?” (mhcc)
It’s a national non-profit organization designed to enhance the health and well-being of those living with a mental disorder by focusing national attention on it.
The mhcc has 2 clear messages about people living with a mental disorder, what are they?
1 - they have the right to receive the services and supports they need 2- they have the right to be treaded with the same dignity and respect as those struggling to recover from any kind of illness.
What is the MHCC’s opening minds project and what is the mental health first aid project
Opening minds = a campaign to reduce stigma associated with mental health disorders and get rid of discrimination
Mental health first aid = program for training members of the public to assist a person experiencing a mental health crisis or a person developing a mental health problem
What is the MHCC’s Mental health strategy for Canada initiative?
It’s an initiative for developing a national mental health strategy in Canada (over 2/3 of countries already have one but Canada doesn’t)
What is the MHCC’s knowledge exchange centre initiative
An initiative designed to make evidence-based information about mental health widely available to both service providers and the public
What is the MHCC’s Housing First program and what is the Peer Project
Housing first = a program for providing people with housing and support services to meet their needs
Peer project = a project designed to enhance the use of peer support by creating national guidelines of practice
What is evidence Based Practice (ebp)
A practice model that involves information from research and systematically collected data on the patient in question
The Canadian psychiatric Association presented evidence-based practice as an___________ ___________.
Ethical imperative (morally necessary)
In order to practice in an evidence-based manner, a health care professional must be familiar with what.?
Current scientific literature, and must use both research evidence and scientifically informed decision-making skills to determine a service plan for a patient.
What 4 concerns do critics of a science-based approach to Clinical psychology have?
- Group based data can’t be used in working with an individual
- We can afford to wait for research when treating a client (we need to act asap)
- General psychology principles can’t provide much to each individuals unique life experience, culture, and social context
- There is no research evidence on how to treat/understand human problems confronted by a psychologist on a daily basis
Over-reliance on what can by risky if it is not balanced with the application of scientifically based knowledge and a scientific approach to developing and testing clinical hypothesis
Over reliance on the psychologists professional experience, intuition, and general understanding on human functioning
The EBP model has been endorsed by both the ________ and the _________ as the basis for the professional practice of psychology
Canadian psychology association and the American psychology association.
What is the objective of research in clinical psychology
To produce knowledge that can be used to guide the development and application of psychological services
What is the difference between counselling and Clinical psychologists
Counseling psychologists dealt with people who were well adjusted. Clinical psychologists dealt with people who were experiencing significant problems in their life and are unable to manage the symptoms.
Counseling psychologists are also more commonly employed in educational settings (colledge/university clinics) and Clinical psychologists are more likely to be in hospital or psychiatric facilities
Why is the gap between clinical and counselling psychology closing?
Because both have the training and expertise to diagnose mental disorders and require similar schooling
In Canada and the United States, does Clinical psychology or counselling psychology attract more applicants?
Clinical psychology programs attract more
What are School psychologists?
They have speaclized training in both psychology and education. They focus on social, emotional, and medical factors in a context of learning and development
What does Clinical child psychology focus on?
The treatment of a diagnosable mental disorder
school psychologists have taken a leadership role in the development of school -based prevention programs designed to promote what?
To promote social skills, a reduce in bullying, to facilitate conflict resolution, and prevent violence
