Mental Health and Public Health

These flashcards cover key concepts, definitions, and important aspects of mental health and public health as discussed in the lecture notes.

Mental Health

Refers to the overall well-being of a person's emotional, psychological, and social functioning.

Cognitive Health

Focuses on how well the brain performs functions such as memory, attention, reasoning, and problem-solving.

Deinstitutionalization

The movement in the mid-20th century that led to the closure of many asylums, shifting care to community-based programs.

Public Health Approach to Mental Health

Focuses on prevention, early intervention, reducing stigma, and addressing social determinants that shape mental health outcomes.

Resilience

The presence of positive coping skills that enable an individual to manage stress and recover from adversity.

Stigma

Social disapproval or discrimination against individuals with mental health issues, contributing to barriers in seeking help.

DSM-5-TR

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition, revised, used for diagnosing mental disorders.

ICD-11

The International Classification of Diseases, 11th edition, published by WHO, used to document all health conditions worldwide.

Substance Use Disorder

A condition where the use of substances like alcohol, drugs, or tobacco leads to significant impairment or distress.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A structured therapy focused on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

A form of CBT that emphasizes emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.

Antidepressants

Medications commonly used for depression and anxiety disorders, including SSRIs and SNRIs.

Bipolar Disorder

A mood disorder characterized by extreme mood swings between highs (mania) and lows (depression).

Schizophrenia

A severe mental disorder with distorted thinking, perceptions, and emotions, often involving hallucinations.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

A condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing traumatic events, leading to flashbacks and severe anxiety.

Moral Treatment Movement

An 18th-19th Century initiative advocating humane treatment of the mentally ill and improving conditions in asylums.

Substance abuse screening tools

Tools like SAFER and CRAFFT designed to identify substance use disorders and risky behaviors.

Mental Health Disorders

Conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia that significantly affect emotional and psychological functioning.