management in primary care Flashcards
1
Q
how common is mental illness in 1y care
A
1/4 people suffer from mental illness
40% GP consultations
most mental illness is managed exclusively in 1y care
2
Q
impact of mental illness on life expectancy
A
pts w/ major mental illness die 12 (F) to 16 (M) years earlier than background pop
3
Q
what is the depression lifetime risk
A
F 1/4
M 1/10
4
Q
what are the risk factors for depression
A
previous depression hx of other mental illness hx of substance abuse FHx of depression/suicide domestic violence unemployment poor social support network recent stressful live event e.g. loss, bereavement, loss of job
