Mental Health Disorders
This word refers to the psychotic symptom of having FALSE BELIEFS
Delusions
Name 3 things the CCRB is looking for when granting privileges. Hint: it has to do with the 3 S’s
That you are taking medications/treatment, abstaining from substances, and managing stress
What is the term that we use to describe what you may experience on some “Bad days” and that we need to keep an eye on?
Early Warning Signs
What are some common types of delusions (will give one point per answer)?
Grandiose Delusions, Persecutory Delusions, Somatic Delusions, Reference, Broadcasting, Insertion, Control
What does it mean to have insight?
Knowing what that something is wrong and what to do about it.
Having delusions or hallucinations are what kind of symptoms (Positive or Negative)?
Positive
When you are under a FULL WARRANT, what does a Form 49 mean?
It is a warrant of committal which would allow police or peace officers to detain you and return to hospital
Why is it important to have a Relapse Prevention Plan?
So we can take action when we notice that we are getting sick and prevent a full relapse.
What is the disorder when a person experiences symptoms with BOTH psychosis AND mood?
Schizoaffective disorder
What happens to insight when one is experiencing full psychosis?
They will lose insight and not be able to recognize that something is wrong.
This word refers to when someone LOSES TOUCH WITH REALITY.
Psychosis
What is the difference between privileges at the discretion of the treatment team and DELEGATED privileges?
Delegated privileges have to go through the Zone Section Chief (Dr. Hashman) before they are granted. This is an extra step that the CCRB takes to ensure that people are managing well before they are allowed the privilege.
Name 3 things you can do to take action when experiencing Early Warning Signs.
Talk to your nurse, take PRNs, journaling, meditation, exercise, sleep hygiene, etc.
What does it mean to have AUDITORY hallucinations?
It means HEARING things that aren’t there, such as hearing voices.
Name ONE antipsychotic medication (first person to answer gets the full points, then 1 point for every medication named by anyone else).
Olanzapine, Abilify, Invega, etc.
Name at least 2 symptoms that someone might experience if they have NEGATIVE symptoms.
Not having motivation, loss of interest, social withdrawal, etc.
Explain what a DISPOSITION is.
The legal paperwork from the CCRB which has the terms, conditions, and privileges that you are expected to abide by while you are under the Board.
What are some examples of POSITIVE stress that we should remember when thinking of managing stress?
Getting new privileges, starting a job, getting married, buying a house, getting a pet, going to school.
When psychosis is CONGRUENT with the mood (matches the mood), what could the diagnosis be?
Bipolar Disorder
What are some ways we can maintain wellness/a sense of Recovery?
Self-care, doing things you enjoy, having supports, ensuring good health (diet, exercise, etc).
Name the 2 neurotransmitters (chemicals in the brain) related to Major Mental Health disorders.
Serotonin and Dopamine
Explain what it means when someone is found NCR-MD.
They were experiencing psychosis at the time of the offence, which caused them to not understand what that they were doing was wrong.
Who should you share your Relapse Prevention Plan with?
The treatment team, family, friends, support people, and YOURSELF (review it often!)
Name one famous person with a Major Mental Health Disorder (hint: think of the movie, A Beautiful Mind).
John Nash, Kanye West, Demi Lovato, Elyn Saks, etc.
Describe symptoms of mania
Mania is characterized by an abnormally elevated, expansive, or irritable mood, increased energy, and activity, along with a reduced need for sleep. Other key symptoms include racing thoughts, rapid speech, increased goal-directed activity, and distractibility. Perhaps impulsivity, grandiosity and poor-judgement