Treatments Flashcards
1
Q
Main treatments for a Mental illness?
A
- CBT
- Supportive talking therapy
- Antidepressants
- Antipsychotics
- Anxiolytics
- Motivational interviewing
2
Q
What is Supportive talking therapy?
A
- Explore the problem and concerns
- Explore attempted solutions
3
Q
Why are antidepressants a form of treatment?
A
- Treat biological symptoms
eg. sleep, appetite, emotions
4
Q
Why are anxiolytics a form of treatment?
A
- Treats insomnia, depression and anxiety
- Cause physical and emotional dependability
5
Q
What is CBT a form of treatment?
A
- Individuals identify how their thoughts, beliefs and feelings affect their behaviour
- Learn techniques
- Complete assessments
6
Q
What can CBT help with?
A
- Depression
- Anxiety