Mental health issues - OCD, Anorexia and Post-natal Depression.

Unit 14 Mental Health IssuesA01 Lauren Cryer OCD Definition: Obsessive-compulsive disorder: A psychiatric disorder characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive actions, such as cleaning, checking, counting, or hoarding. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), one of the anxiety disorders, is a potentially disabling condition that can persist throughout a person's life. The individual who suffers from OCD becomes trapped in a pattern of repetitive thoughts and behaviours that are senseless and distressing but extremely difficult to overcome. OCD occurs in a spectrum from mild to severe, but if severe and left untreated, can destroy a person's capacity to function at work, at school, or even in the home. . (http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=4610) OCD is one of the most common mental health conditions. It is estimated that up to 3 in 100 adults and up to 5 in 100 children and teenagers have OCD. OCD usually starts in early adult life, with men tending to report earlier symptoms than women. However, OCD symptoms can begin at any time, including childhood. The symptoms of OCD can range from mild to severe. For example, some people with OCD will spend about an hour a day engaged in obsessive compulsive thinking and behaviour. For others, the condition can completely take over their life. Symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder While obsessive

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Mental health. Signs and symptoms of depression. How might counselling help someone with Depression?

DEPRESSION What is depression? Depression is different from feeling down or sad. Unhappiness is something which everyone feels at some time or another, usually due to a particular cause. A person suffering from depression will experience intense emotions of anxiety, hopelessness, negativity, and helplessness, and the feelings stay with them instead of going away. Depression can happen to anyone. Many famous people, who seem to have everything going for them, battle with this health problem. Depression isn't fussy it can affect anyone, doesn't discriminated! Some depression runs in families. Researchers believe that it is possible to inherit a tendency to get depression. This seems to be especially true for bipolar and major depression disorders, but it can also develop in people who have no family history of depression. Due to stresses at work, home or at school. Either way major depressive disorder is often associated with changes in brain structures or brain function Half of the people who suffer with depression will only experience it once but for the other half they will suffer with it again. The length of time that it takes to recover ranges from around 6 months to a year or even more. Signs and symptoms of depression The following are the most common symptoms of depression. * Tiredness and loss of energy * Sadness * Loss of self-confidence * Difficulty

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Mental Health

Significant amounts of information and prior research is available, looking at the situation of mental health disorders within populations, and considering the most cost effective way for treatment. In this evaluative report, the author aims to consider two of these studies. The first paper by Heller, Gemmell, and Patterson (2006) analyses four treatment methods provided within clinical guidelines, for effectiveness from the perspective of preventing further hospital readmissions and relapses for both depression and schizophrenia. The second paper by Chen, Killeya-Jones, and Vega, (2005) considers the extent to which mental disorders exist within the United States (US) adolescence, and the likelihood of any clusters of mental disorder co-occurring. Helping to prioritise interventions for depression and schizophrenia: Use of Population Impact Measures. Clinical Practice and Epidemiology in Mental Health: (Heller, R; Gemmell, I; Patterson, L; 2006) The paper by Heller, Gemmell and Patterson (2006), aimed to investigate the impact of implementing a 'best practice' approach on reducing the number of hospital admissions and relapses for patients suffering from both depression and schizophrenia. A 'best practice' approach can be defined by The National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) as integrating "pharmacological agents...specific psychological

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Describe and discuss the contribution of two different models of mental health in explaining Depression.

Describe and discuss the contribution of two different models of mental health in explaining Depression Mental ill health has not always been identified in our society; it is only in the 20th century that illness' like schizophrenia and depression have been recognised. Before this time, anyone presenting behaviour that did not fit in with the social norm was seen to be 'possessed' by an evil spirit. It has been suggested that the accused in the Salem witch trials may have been mentally ill people, a theory which would make sense. The idea that people with psychological problems were possessed was very much a belief held by most of society however, the idea that these abnormalities came from our biology was not revolutionary. Hippocrates believed that 'psychopathology resulted from bodily disturbances' (Hippocrates, n.d., cited in Joseph. S, 2001, 33) He believed that the body consisted of 4 chemicals named the 4 humours, (black bile, yellow bile, blood and phlegm) if these 4 chemicals became unbalanced then we became ill either physically or mentally and the treatment would be to try and balance the chemicals by- for example- blood letting. These ideas were the beginnings of what is now known as the medical model in mental health. The medical model now assumes that biology and neurochemistry are the causes of mental illness and 'A person's behaviour and experience may

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MENTAL HEALTH

AO1 Mental health issues The concept of mental health There are a wide range of different terms that people use to describe mental health these are as follows: The World Health Organisation (WHO) have objectives and functions, which are there core commitment to mental health promotion, these are as follows: - " not merely the absence of disease of infirmity" - "attainment by all people of the highest possible level of health" - To foster activities in the field of mental health, especially those affecting the harmony of human relations" The World Health Organisation defines health as: ... A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease of infirmity Mental health promotion involves actions that support people to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles, which therefore create a supportive living condition or environment. Mental illnesses are common and universal. There is no general term for mental health and illnesses. According to research, the most prevalent mental health problems were due to alcohol and drug abuse, family violence and abuse, and suicidal behaviour. Many people in the society are not very familiar with mental health problems. Although, research has shown that about 50 years ago, people would class people with mental health problems and would say they had a 'demon' was inside of them and possessed them.

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Depression is a mental health disorder and invisible illness. It affects everything about the person.

Depression Depression is a mental health disorder and invisible illness. It affects everything about the person. Depression involves the body, mood and thoughts. If not treated, it could last for months or even years. In some types of depression, the mental health disorder can run in families. People that are vulnerable to being depressed are often stressed, have low self esteem and often those who suffer from a medical illness such as cancer are also prone. People that are stressed could be stressed because of home life, work or school. If someone is suffering from a long term illness such as cancer or Parkinson's disease, the individual can often become depressed because they might not have the strength and are physically weak to do anything for themselves and ashamed that they need help. Often a change in the person's life can trigger it off. The symptoms of depression can vary on each individual. A manic depressive or otherwise known as Bipolar Disorder. The person who suffers from this disorder has mood changes such as severe highs which is (mania) and lows (depression), hence the name 'Manic Depression'. When a person is in the depressed state, he or she can have all or any of the symptoms which include- persistent sadness, feelings of hopelessness/guilt/worthlessness, loss of interest in hobbies, decreased energy, insomnia, weight change and irritability. When the

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Mental Health Assignment

Mental Health Assignment The aim of this assignment is to identify who is at risk from depression, what reasons individuals become depressed and treatment options available. I will then identify how depression impacts on family members and others affected by it. Treatment options for depression will also be discussed. More than 31 million prescriptions for anti-depressant drugs were issued in 2006 and are still on the rise (BBC News on Health 2007). The stigma attached to mental illness is very negative, with the media playing the largest part, and this will also be discussed. I have chosen to bring to light depression, as working as a TAP within primary care, it is often the first port of call for patients suffering depression. In the UK depression is the third most common reason for consultation with a General Practitioner (Shah 1992) According to the World Health Organisation, depression is defined as a "common mental disorder that presents with depressed mood, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self-worth, disturbed sleep or appetite, low energy, and poor concentration" (WHO 2008). Sane (2008) suggest depression can affect anyone at any time, depression can occur in people from all backgrounds, any occupation, and at any time of life. The Office for National Statistics (2001) states that one person in four will experience some kind of mental health

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Mental Health

The essay aims to emphasis the importance of mental health education as a generic skill for all nurses regardless of setting. There is increasing importance of mental health to the role of the general nurse due to the high incidences and prevalence of mental illness and also the link between the mind and body. One quarter of the world's population suffer from mental and behavioural disorders at least once during their life (Lawrence et al 2001). A growing awareness of the impact of mental health problems has become evident in recent years and there is no denying that nurses within the general health care system will encounter and be required to provide care for people experiencing mental health problems. The main focus of this essay will be on both caring for the mental health patient within the general setting and the importance of mental health to the physically ill patient. Perhaps the best place to begin is to consider how mental health has been defined. Mental health influences how we think and feel, about ourselves and others and how we interpret events (Basford and Slevin 2001). Haber et al (1992) believes that it affects our capacity to learn, to communicate, and to form and sustain relationships. It also influences our ability to cope with change, transition and life events. Mental health may be central to all health and well being, because how we think and feel has

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Mental Health and Helping Skills.

BSc (Hons) Community Health Care NURSING (Health Visiting) Mental Health and Helping Skills Claire Margaret Ramsden Submission Date - 6th June 2002 Word Count - 2,989 Contents Page . Introduction ...................................................... 1 2. The development of a helping relationship .......... 2 2.1 The Ante-Natal Visit ............................................... 2 2.2 The Birth Visit ........................................................ 4 2.3 The Second Post-Natal Home Visit ........................... 5 2.4 The Third Post-Natal Home Visit .............................. 6 2.5 Developing the Care Plan ........................................ 8 2.6 The First Listening Visit .......................................... 10 2.7 Continuing Care ..................................................... 11 3. Conclusion ......................................................... 13 4. Appendices Appendix 1 - The EPDS explained ............................ 15 Appendix 2 - Edinburgh Post-natal Depression Scale (EPDS) 16 Appendix 3 - EPDS - Scoring ................................... 17 Appendix 4 - The Stages of Change Model .................. 19 Appendix 5 - EPDS - 19/02/2002 ............................. 20 Appendix 6 - EPDS - 25/02/2002 ............................. 21 Appendix 7 -

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What is mental health?

What is Mental Health? Defined by Wooton (1959, p.221) Mental Health influences the way an individual adjusts to live and behave in a resourceful and fulfilling manner in his/hers world, and deals in a socially considerate manner the challenges and obstacles which life presents. I chose this definition because it describes mental health from a perspective, that mental health is more than an absence of mental illness (Jormfeldt et al, p.55). In evidence of the above, mental health does not just mean mental illness, it also means positive mental health (Magyary 2002, p.331). Positive mental health envelops: positive thinking, feelings, behaviours; crucial e.g.: to be able to make rational decisions; deliver a professional care to patients; learn; network; have self awareness (Burnard 1992, p.13); and deal, and cope with moments of fear, anxiety, change, stress, and physical illness (Long 1998, p.535-541). In contrast Mental illness or mental health problems is the term used to describe individuals experiencing problems in the way they think, feel, behave, and cope with life events that are not expected as part of society/culture/religion; resulting in significant affect in their relationships, work, studies, motivation, self-esteem and quality of life (Diamond & Barker 1996, p.13). Discussing the definition by Wooton (1959, p.221), in relation to the part "socially

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