Diagnosis
Low mood, extreme sadness & hopelessness can be symptoms of this diagnosis.
Major Depressive Disorder
Exposes patients to things they fear and avoid.
What is exposure therapy
Caused psychological problems according to cognitive therapy
What are faulty thoughts such as negative self-talk and irrational beliefs.
What is the first step when a client discloses suicidal thoughts?
Assess the level of risk and create a safety plan
Therapy & self-help are a waste of time. Medications can cure any mental illness.
MYTH- Treatment for mental health problems varies depending on the individual & could include medication, therapy or both.
Excessive worry, fear & panic attacks can be symptoms of this diagnosis.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Type of therapy that associates a pleasant state with an increasing anxiety triggering stimuli.
What is Systematic Desensitization
The patient's transfer therapist, emotions links with other relationships
What is Transference.
What should you do if you suspect child abuse during a therapy session?
Report the suspicion to the proper authorities, as requires by law.
Mental health problems cannot get better with time.
MYTH some disorders can become easier to manage as we get older & some we can recover from completely from with help.
Flashbacks, nightmares & being easily startled can be symptoms of this diagnosis that often developed after a very stressful life event.
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
A type of counterconditioning that associates unpleasant state with unwanted behavior.
What is Aversion Conditioning
Type of therapy that aims to boost self-awareness and self-acceptance in people
What is Humanistic Therapies.
What crisis intervention model focuses on de-escalation and stabilization?
Crisis Stabilization Model
People with mental heal problems are not more violent than those without.
FACT- only 3%-5% of violent acts can be associated to individuals living with a serious mental illness. In fact, people with severe mental illnesses are over 10 times more likely to become victims of violent crime than the general population.
Mood episodes that cycle between elevated/energized (mania) & low/depressed (depressive) are symptoms of this diagnosis.
Bipolar Disorder
This is referred to as using a combination of different therapy methods.
What is Eclectic Therapy
Type of therapy that uses active listening to restate and clarify a patient's thinking
What is Client Centered Therapy
What type of intervention is required in cases of intimate partner violence?
Safety planning and risk assessment
Personality weakness or character flaws cause mental health problems. People with mental health problems can snap out of it if they try hard enough.
MYTH- Mental health problems have nothing to do with being lazy or weak & many people need help to get better. Many factors contribute to mental health problems: Biological factors (genes, physical illness, injury, or brain chemistry), Life experiences (trauma or a history of abuse) & family history of mental health problems.
This diagnosis can include symptoms such as impulsivity, difficulty focusing & hyperactivity.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Therapy that aims to alter the way people act and think.
What is Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
Applies to learning principles to the elimination of unwanted behaviors
What is Behavior Therapy
What should be assessed first when working with a family in crisis due to natural disaster?
Immediate safety and physical needs. Think Maslow Hierarchy of needs.
All mental health medication work equally the same for everyone.
MYTH- Some mental health medications will be more effective for you than others. One that works well for you may not be helpful for a friend of family member. It's often a process of trial & error to find the most effective medication for your unique needs.