mental health Flashcards
define mental health
a state of well-being in which every individual:
- realises their own potential
- can cope with the normal stresses of life
- can work productively
- can make a contribution to their community
treatment for biological causes of mental health issues
drugs
treatment for psychological causes of mental health issues
psychotherapy
treatment for social causes of mental health issues
change social structures
treatment for spiritual/ philosophical causes of mental health issues
change how we behave or think
examples of mental health disorders
depression
anxiety
bipolar
dementia
schizophrenia
eating disorders
neurodevelopmental disorders
problems with mental health data
dominated by western studies and methods
how are mental disorders classified
uses a common language and standard criteria
ICD - international classification of diseases
influences on mental health of young adults
- big life transitions
- period of identity formation
- changing relationships with family and friends
- importance of social connections
- gender differences
- specific concerns eg social media, climate crisis, cost of living
reasons why mental health problems are decreasing
- more awareness
- less stigma
- general improvements in healthare
reasons why mental health problems are increasing
- worsening economic conditions
- changes to services
- increasing inequality & isolation
- loss of hope
characteristics of mental health diagnosis
- sadness
- loss of interest
- feelings of guilt
- low self-worth
- disturbed sleep
- disturbed appetite
- tiredness
- poor concentration
- long lasting impairing ability to cope with daily life
how long must symptoms last for mental health diagnosis
most of the day
every day
for more than 2 weeks
are mental health problems associated with physical ones
yes
the causation works both ways
impact of depression on physical health
increased mortality
increased risk of CHD
increased risk of stroke
