Mental Health and Allied Health Professions

Flashcards based on Mental Health and Allied Health Professions Lecture Notes

What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist in terms of prescribing medication?

Psychiatrists (DO/MD) can prescribe medications, while psychologists (PhD or PsyD) cannot.

What does APA stand for?

American Psychological Association

What is psychology defined as?

The scientific approach to gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data on why people act the way they do.

What is the definition of mental health?

A state of mental and psychological well-being

Is psychology a medical science?

No, psychiatry is a medical science, but psychology is not.

What is a key task performed by psychologists related to the environment?

Observe, interpret, and record how people relate to their environment.

What do clinical psychologists specialize in?

Diagnosing and treating mental health disorders through therapy, psychological assessments, and crisis intervention.

What do heart psychologists do?

Counsel patients with health-oriented goals, like losing weight or stopping smoking.

What is the focus of neuropsychologists?

The relationship between the brain and behavior; they often work in stroke/head injury programs.

What issues do geropsychologists address?

Problems faced by the elderly.

What do counseling psychologists help people do?

Gain understanding, recognize problems, and develop methods of coping with their difficulties. They develop connections between the client and their environment.

What aspect of life do developmental psychologists study?

How people grow and change across the lifespan, from prenatal origins through old age.

What is the focus of educational psychologists?

Improving learning environments, studying learning styles, and supporting students with special needs.

What is the primary focus of engineering psychologists?

Human interaction with machines and systems, designing technology or environments that improve safety and usability.

What is the role of a personnel psychologist?

Specializes in the hiring, training, evaluation, and development of employees within a workplace.

What is the main focus of an experimental psychologist?

Basic psychological processes like memory, learning, and perception; designing and conducting experiments.

What areas do industrial psychologists focus on?

Psychology of the workplace, including hiring, training, employee satisfaction, productivity, and leadership development.

What is the focus of psychometric psychologists?

Measurement of mental abilities, developing and analyzing psychological tests (IQ, personality, etc.).

What do rehabilitation psychologists work with?

Helping people with chronic illness, injury, or disability, supporting adjustment, coping, and independence.

What areas do school psychologists focus on?

Mental health and learning in school-aged children, including assessment, counseling, and crisis response in schools, addressing the needs of the gifted and struggling students.

What topics do social psychologists study?

How people influence and relate to one another, including studying attitudes, prejudice, group behavior, and relationships.

What do research psychologists do?

Advance knowledge through studies and experiments, designing studies, and publishing findings.

What is the role of forensic psychologists?

Psychology in legal and criminal justice systems, including competency evaluations, criminal profiling, and expert testimony.

Where do psychologists typically work?

Private practices, hospitals, schools/colleges, and government.

What percentage of psychologists become self-employed after several years of practice?

Approximately ⅓ become self-employed.

What percentage of psychologist jobs are in educational settings?

24%

What percentage of psychologist jobs are in ambulatory settings?

18%

What are the common degrees needed for psychologist?

Master’s or doctoral degree + license

What degrees are available in school psychology?

PsyD, PhD, or EdS (Education Specialist)

What is the function of an EdS degree?

If you want to work in a school environment, you need an EdS (Education Specialist) degree.

What can someone with a bachelor's degree in psychology do?

Assist psychologists or do research or administrative work.

What does APA accredit?

Doctoral training programs & institutions that provide internships

What is required to work in private practice or patient care as a psychologist?

Certification + License.

What is the ASPPB?

Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards: provides specific licensing info by jurisdiction

What is the NCSP designation?

Nationally Certified School Psychologist, awarded by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP).

American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP)

Awards specialty certification in 15 different areas of psychology.

What is the role of substance abuse counselors?

Advise people dealing with alcoholism, illegal drug addiction, gambling, pain killers, etc.

What do behavioral disorder counselors do?

Advise people how to modify their behavior to deal with specific aspects of life (often eating).

What disorders do behavioral disorder counselors help with?

Anorexia nervosa: refusal to eat, Bulimia nervosa: cyclic binging and then purging, and Binge eating disorder

What is the purpose of mental health counselors?

Advise individuals, families, and couples how to handle various conditions.

What is the role of the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC)?

Maintains each state’s board requirements for counselors.

What is the primary focus of social workers?

Environmental factors

What are some key tasks performed by social workers?

Help people cope with family issues/relationships, disabilities, disease, or social problems like inadequate housing, unemployment, or substance abuse.

How do child and family social workers protect children?

By arranging foster care/adoption, investigating abuse/neglect, helping families access housing, food, and parenting support, and reunifying families when possible.

How do healthcare social workers assist patients?

Help patients understand diagnoses and options, and connect patients with community resources.

What situations do geriatric social workers deal with?

Address age-related problems like dementia and assist with long-term care planning and Medicare.

What is the role of hospice and palliative care social workers?

Supporting patients with terminal illness and their families during end-of-life care and helping families cope with grief and loss.

What types of therapy do clinical social workers provide?

Individual, group, or family therapy.

How do mental health and substance abuse social workers help?

Helping individuals with mental health disorders or substance use disorders recover and reintegrate into society.

What degree is generally needed for clinical social workers?

Master’s degree (MSW)

What are the two types of social work degrees available?

BSW (Bachelor of Social Work); MSW (Masters of Social Work)

ASWB

Association of Social Work Boards - prepares the exam required for licensure.

NASW

National Association of Social Workers (NASW) offers advanced practice specialty credentials

What is BCD certification?

Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work (BCD) in one of four areas: Advanced Clinical Generalist, Clinical Supervisor, Children/Families Practitioner, and Psychoanalysis.

ABCWS

American Board of Clinical Social Work (ABCSW) - Administers certifications

What is the general work description of social and human service assistants?

Help people obtain benefits like food stamps and Medicaid.

What is the minimum education level for social and human service assistants?

High school diploma minimum

What is HS-BCP certification?

Human Service Board Certified Practitioner, designed for those who provide services to a variety of populations and who have educational backgrounds that range from certificates to grad degrees.

Where do the majority of social and human service assistants work?

Individual and family services.

How is radiation primarily used in healthcare?

Diagnostics and treatment.

What do radiation technologists and technicians do in general?

Diagnostic imaging

Who is allowed to interpret images from diagnostic imaging?

ONLY radiologists

What can diagnostic imaging technicians do?

Observe and record unusual stuff like "shadow noted" or "foreign object visible" but not interpret. They cannot diagnose or read the image.

What is the main focus of technicians involved in diagnostic imaging?

Comfort, safety, and prepping the room. Explain procedure

What are technologists allowed to assist with in diagnostic imaging?

Procedural decisions (e.g., additional views, re-positioning). But still can’t legally diagnose or read the image.

What protective equipment is used in radiation technology?

Lead gloves and aprons to protect themselves

What device is worn to track radiation exposure?

Wear a Radiation badge to keep a record of lifetime exposure.

What is the credential by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists?

Voluntary certification by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

What is external beam therapy?

Procedure is called external beam therapy

What is the machine is used during radiation therapy?

Use linear accelerators to administer radiation treatment

What expert calibrates radiation machines?

Radiation physicist

Who determines the best treatment plan for radiation therapy?

Radiation oncologist + physicist

What do radiation therapists monitor during treatment?

Vitals

Dosimetrists

calculate the dose of radiation

ARRT

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - accredits programs

What is the purpose of physical therapy?

To correct or alleviate prolonged movement dysfunction.

What are some speilaizations of physical therapy?

Pediatrics, geriatrics, orthotics, sports medicine, neurology, and cardiopulmonary PT

EHRs

Electronic Health Records - Used by physical therapists

CAPTE

Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education, accrediting body of the APTA

What exam is required for licensure as a physical therapist?

Pass National Physical Therapy Examination + jurisprudence exam

What is the general tasks do physical therapy assistants do?

Under direct supervision of assistant or therapist - not licensed to do clinical tasks.

What is generally required to become a Phsycical Therapy assistant?

Associates from accredited physical therapy program + APTA’s CAPTE

O&P professionals

Orthotists and Prosthetists

What is designed and fitted by Orthotists?

Designs and fits corrective braces inserts & SUPPORTS for body

What is designed and fitted by Prosthetists?

Designs and fits artificial limbs

Pedorthists

modifies/selects footwear

What education is needed to be an O&P Professional?

Masters degree + cert + residency

What are the two programs that accredit O&P professionals?

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE)

What is the process for getting certified as an orthotist or prosthetist?

After residency, take a 3 part exam and get CO (certified orthotist) or CP (certified prosthetist). If pass both exams get CPO

CTO/CTP

Certified Orthotic Technician/Certified Prosthetic Technician

What is C.Ped certification?

Pedorthists w/ HS diploma + NCOPE pedorthic precert program + exam get C.Ped (certified pedorthist)