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IDIS 199, Sci of Mental Health Final Exam > Module 5: Mental Health Awareness - Prevention, Early Recognition, and Support > Flashcards

Module 5: Mental Health Awareness - Prevention, Early Recognition, and Support Flashcards

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Resiliency

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The ability to adjust or recover from a stressor, threat, or adversity

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Managing distress is a form of ___ - __________

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self-regulation

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When challenges and stress exceed the point of optimal performance and become too great to manage. (this is referred to as the…)

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the tipping point

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One way to conceptualize the idea of the tipping point is through what model?

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The Stress Diathesis Model

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The process by which the body adapts to changes in the body, such as stress, is called…

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allostasis

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Diathesis refers to

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a person’s predisposition or vulnerability to something

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Diathesis can be…

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Biological (genetic)
Psychosocial (early life experiences)
Genetic x environment

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Overall, the stress diathesis model explains a disorder or behaviour through…

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an interaction between genetic predisposition and stressful environmental exposure

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Stress, if manageable can lead to positive growth and adaptation which promotes resilience and good health. This is referred to as the…

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steeling effect

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Perceived stress

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Different people react differently to the same stress due to differences in internal and external environment

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Physiologic responses

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Metabolism, heart rate, anxiety levels, emotions, etc.

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Allostatic load

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Refers to the wear and tear on the body and brain resulting from chronic dysregulation

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What are the two most common mental health disorders in Canada?

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Anxiety and depressive disorders

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Depression and anxiety disorders are more prevalent in ________ than _________

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females than males

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The rates of depression and anxiety disorders are __________ among Canadian youth and the general population

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similar

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For a disorder to be present symptoms must….

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persist and be associated with distress and/or impairment

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Signs and symptoms associated with anxiety (emotional, physical, behavioral, cognitive)

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Emotional:
- Feeling on edge
- Irritable

Physical:
- Restlessness
- Headaches
- Sweating

Behavioral:
- Avoidance
- Short temper
- Difficulty sleeping and concentrating

Cognitive:
- Over worry
- Distracted

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The signs and symptoms of anxiety can overlap with….

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ADHD, depression, or cardiovascular problems

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Signs and symptoms associated with depression (emotional, physical, behavioral, cognitive)

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Emotional:
- Sad
- Non-reactive
- Loss of enjoyment

Physical:
- Changes in sleep and appetite
- Feeling slowed in movements or agitated
- Pain, headaches

Behavioral:
- Withdrawing

Cognitive:
- Feelings of guilt
- Suicidal thoughts
- Dwelling
- Difficulty concentrating

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What are four main indicators that might indicate a mental health problem?

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  1. Disproportionate reaction
  2. Time (persistent)
  3. Impairment (interfere with life)
  4. Out of character
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The diagnostic assessment of a mental disorder involves looking at…

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Developmental history (early trauma)
Family history (predisposition)
Symptoms
Treatment
Other factors (alcohol use))
Relational and social factors

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Psychiatry

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Assessing and treating moderate to severe mental health conditions that require combined psychological and pharmacological treatment

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Counselling

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Short-term and problem focused

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Self-help

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Helpful, accessible, and convenient for working through a problem or difficulty

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Peer support

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Can be easier to share with a peer

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Psychotherapy

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Helps support with emotional, social, and mental health problems typically of moderate severity

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Primary care provider (family doctor)

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First line of assessment of a mental health concern to assess, treat, provide continuity, and coordinate all aspects of care

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A stepped care approach aims to…

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match individual patients to the level of service indicated based on intensity of need

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Current campus resources at Queen’s

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Student Health and Wellness Services
Student Accessibility Services
Psychology Clinic

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Community based services

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Hospital
Publicly funded
Private or fee-for-service

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Community based services such as hospital based services and publicly funded services often…

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do not line up with the university student demographic or specific needs of university students

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What are three types of barriers to mental health care?

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  1. Stigma
  2. Attitudinal (invalidation)
  3. Practical (cost, time, challenges navigating system)
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No symptoms require…

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prevention and health promotion

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Mild symptoms require…

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self-help for targeted signs and symptoms

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Mild to moderate symptoms require…

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social and/or psychological approaches

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Moderate to severe symptoms require…

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pharmacological and psychological approaches

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Preventative self-help & health promotion involves…

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Access to resources
Getting enough sleep
Regular exercise and recreation
Social support network
Healthy diet

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Social approaches involve…

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Social skills workshops
Clubs
Support groups
Social prescribing

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Psychological approaches involve

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Mindfulness-based stress reduction
Behavioral activation
Psychodynamic therapy
Interpersonal psychotherapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Cognitive processing therapy

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Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

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Addressing and changing maladaptive thinking patterns and modifying behaviour

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It is important to consider medical explanations for symptoms and the interaction between physical and mental health when diagnosing and deciding treatment because…

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There may be an underlying medical explanation for symptoms that requires a specific treatment.

Physical illnesses and mental health problems can be associated and thus both must be addressed in treatment (holistic approach)

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