Psychiatric formulation and prognosis Flashcards
What is psychiatric formulation?
A structured process used by mental health professionals to understand an individual’s mental health condition comprehensively
It includes a deeper analysis of the person’s unique experiences and potential paths to recovery.
What is the primary purpose of psychiatric formulation?
To provide an in-depth, personalized understanding that informs treatment choices
It serves as more than just a diagnosis.
According to Butler (1998), what is formulation considered?
A tool used by clinicians to relate theory to practice
It involves a systematic look at how various factors interact to shape a person’s mental health.
What are the components of the 4Ps model in psychiatric formulation?
- Predisposing factors
- Precipitating factors
- Perpetuating factors
- Protective factors
Define predisposing factors in the 4Ps model.
Long-term risks, such as family history of mental illness or childhood trauma
What are precipitating factors?
Immediate triggers, such as recent life changes or losses that bring about symptoms
What do perpetuating factors refer to?
Ongoing issues that maintain the condition, like ongoing stress or lack of coping skills
What are protective factors?
Positive aspects that may help recovery, such as family support or access to therapy
What does the biopsychosocial model consider?
A person’s biological, psychological, and social factors
It emphasizes that mental health issues arise from a combination of these three domains.
List the biological factors in the biopsychosocial model.
- Genetics
- Physical health
- Brain chemistry
What psychological factors are considered in the biopsychosocial model?
- Emotions
- Thought patterns
- Past trauma
What social factors are included in the biopsychosocial model?
- Relationships
- Job situation
- Cultural background
What are the 4 steps in the formulation process?
- Assessment - psychiatric history and MSE
- Diagnosis - name of diagnosis
- Explanation -bio psychic model
- Prognosis - same as explanation by a psychosocial model
The formulation is a house then these are the 4 rooms 🏡
What is involved in the assessment step of the formulation process?
Gathering information about the patient’s background and current situation
This includes psychiatric history and mental state examination.
What does prognosis refer to in the formulation process?
The expected course of the condition, depending on various factors
