Defining Mental Health Flashcards

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What is the definition of mental health?

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the current state of ones psychological wellbeing and functioning

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What is the mental health continuum?

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Mentally healthy > Mental health problem > Mental disorder

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Why do we use a mental health continuum?

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peoples mental states fluctuates and can change

the continuum is used to measure where they are along the line

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What are the characteristics of a ‘Mentally Healthy Person’ ?

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high levels of functioning

can cope with stress/pressure of daily tasks

displays resilience

maintains healthy relationships

can regulate and express emotions healthily

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What are characteristics of ‘high levels of functioning’ ?

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Independence and ability to manage self

can make and achieve goals

develops mentally

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What are the characteristics of ‘social wellbeing’ ?

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they have strong connections with ppl

can reciprocate emotions

are a desired friend (calm/fun/empathetic)

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What are the characteristics of ‘social wellbeing’ ?

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they have strong connections with ppl

can reciprocate emotions

are a desired friend (calm/fun/empathetic)

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What are the characteristics of ‘emotional wellbeing’ ?

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balanced emotions of good and bad

have good coping strategies

experience the normal range of emotions

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What is ‘resilience’ ?

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the ability to overcome/bounce back from problems quickly

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What is a ‘Mental Problem’ ?

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Usually a temporary drop in wellbeing and ability to function optimally

has impact on daily functioning but isn’t severe

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What are the characteristics of ‘Mental Health Problems’ ?

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Not functioning at best level

Temporary impact on mental wellbeing

Amplified emotions and more stress

Difficulty concentrating and having irrational thoughts

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What is a ‘Mental Health Disorder’ ?

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A severe impact on ones ability to function correctly

Diagnosable

Can be treated with therapy or medication

Can be a continuous battle or one time episode

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What are the characteristics of ‘Mental Health Disorders’ ?

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High levels of distress

unable to independently do tasks

difficulty in self care

harder to meet environmental/social demands

display abnormal behaviour in society

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What are the 3 D’s of a Mental Disorder?

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Deviance- unusual actions against societal norms

Dysfunction- inability to function independently

Distress- extreme personal suffering

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What is an example of a Mental Health Disorder?

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Anxiety

Extreme distress that impacts ability to function and coping abilities

Irrational thoughts and panic attacks

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What is the definition of a ‘disorder’ ?

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a set of symptoms that impact daily functioning

origin of symptoms can differ but impact is relatively the same across patients