exam 3 ch 27

Question 1

aimed at reducing incidence of mental disorders

assist people to increase ability to cope effectively

Answer 1

primary prevention

Question 2

aimed at minimizing early symptoms of mental illness

ongoing assessment of people at high risk of exacerbation

Answer 2

secondary prevention

Question 3

aimed at reducing residual defects associated with persistent mental illness
prevent complications of disease
promote rehab and max level of fxn

Answer 3

tertiary prevention