Services that are provided to individuals who do not need institutional care but who need nursing services or therapy
Outpatient Care
In seven North Texas counties these public mental health services are delivered under what program?
NorthSTAR
True or False? A licensed social worker doesn't need a master's degree?
False. They do.
What are the typical hours attended when in an intensive outpatient program?
3-4 hours
Cat Dr. Chuck Scott has a Doctor of Medicine (MD), plus completion of residency training in psychiatry. What type of provider is he?
A) Psychiatric Practitioner
B) Psychiatrist
C) Psychologist
D) Clinical Social Worker
Psychiatrist
How many hours a day does a single patient attend typically in a partial hospitalization program?
A) 3-4 hours
B) 1-2 hours
C) 6+ hours
D) 24+ hours
C) 6+ hours
What type of provider requires a master’s degree (M.S. or M.A.) in marriage and family therapy?
Counselors, Clinicians, and Therapists
Some alternative names to Primary care providers are?
Physicians, nurses, doctors, and pharmacists
Which of the following is NOT an example of Clinical Social Worker Licensure?
A) LICSW, Licensed Independent Social Worker
B) LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
C) ICSW, Institution of Certified Social Worker
D) ACSW, Academy of Certified Social Worker
ICSW, Institution of Certified Social Worker
How many days does a patient typically stay in an alcohol and rehabilitation inpatient center?
30 days
Licensure and Certification for Counselors, Clinicians, and Therapists vary by specialty and state. Examples of licensure include which of the following?
A) LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
B) LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
C) LCADAC, Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor
D) All of the above
D) All of the above
If a patient is admitted into a hospital and then given a room but leaves the hospital's facility in just 23 hours, what would that patient be classified as?
Outpatient
Which type of provider is also trained in case management and advocacy services?
Clinical Social Worker
What are the primary types of treatment for receiving mental health care or services?
A) Hospital Inpatient
B) Residential
C) Outpatient
D) Online and Telecommunication
A) Hospital Inpatient
B) Residential
C) Outpatient
Is Oncologist considered a primary care Provider?
Nope!
Why would a person in an acute mental illness phase need inpatient care?
Typically they need around the clock care when in this state of being
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
A psychiatrist holds a doctoral degree. They can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe, and monitor medications. A psychologist holds a doctoral degree in clinical psychology or another specialty area.
What services in private practice can providers render?
A) Individual
B) Group
C) Family
D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What are some of the other mental health professionals you could possibly encounter?
Certified Peer Specialists, Social Workers, Pastoral Counselors
Who provides both the first contact for a person with an undiagnosed health concern as well as continuing care of varied medical conditions?
Physician