mental health

Question 1

mental health

Answer 1

the current state of a persons psychological wellbeing and functioning

Question 2

mental health problem

Answer 2

often occurs as result of a life stressor, is usually less severe, has a shorter duration than a disorder and will often resolve with time or when life stressor pass

Question 3

mental disorder

Answer 3

combination of thoughts, feeling and or behaviours which impair the ability to function effectively in everyday life

Question 4

mental health continuum

Answer 4

including the states of being mentally healthy, having a mental health problem, and having a mental disorder as constituting to mental health

Question 5

internal factors coping with change

Answer 5

• Good sleep
  
  • Well balanced diet
  • Exercise
  • Constructive thought patterns

Question 6

external factors coping with change

Answer 6

• Supportive family and friends
  
  • Community led support group
  • Education

Question 7

biopsychosocial model

Answer 7

Psychological factors - Factors relating to cognitive and affective functioning social factors
Social factors - Factors relating to an individual interaction with their external environment and other people
Biological factors - Factors relating to genetic makeup and physiological functioning of body

Question 8

internal factors influence mental health

Answer 8

• Genetics
  
  • Physical health
  • Intelligence
  • Emotions
• Attitudes