TASK 1 (P1/M1) outline biological and psychological explanations for mental disorders. there are many biological and psychological explanations to explain the reasons behind mental disorders. here below are a few reasons/explanations for mental disorders: BIOLOGICAL EXPLANATIONS: · genetics: : Many mental illnesses run in families, suggesting that people who have a family member with a mental illness are more likely to develop one themselves. · infections: Certain infections have been linked to brain damage and the development of mental illness or the worsening of its symptoms[->0]. · brain defects or injury: Defects in or injury to certain areas of the brain have also been linked to some mental illnesses.
1.2 Types of memory impairment Whilst long term memory loss is experienced, short term memory loss can cause more problems, although it is not the same in every case. So it might be difficult to remember what happened 5 minutes ago. Other kinds of memory loss might be, difficulty in remembering people or their names, trouble finding words, repeating recent questions and conversations, remembering where things are. 1.3 How individuals process information with reference to the abilities and limitations of individuals with dementia The brain works with chemical signals between neurons. When the neurons get damaged and no longer function efficiently the resulting limitations differ, depending on which side of the brain is damaged.
Dementia is basically damage in the brain where there is a build-up of abnormal proteins which causes a decline in mental ability. The decline can be either rapid or a gradual process. Typical causes of Dementia can be one specific disease such as Alzheimer’s which accounts for 60-80% of cases, or Parkinson’s or motor neurone disease, however Dementia is not a specific disease but rather describes a wide range of symptoms. In most cases, dementia is not inherited directly from family members, although a small number of cases can be inherited from family members. Other less common causes of dementia may include depression, head injuries, alcohol misuse, brain tumours, infections of the brain such as HIV, Strokes, or lack of Vitamin B in the diet.
Unit 4222-365 Understand the process and experience of dementia (DEM 301) Outcome 1 Understand the neurology of dementia 1.1 Describe a range of causes of dementia syndrome Dementia is caused by damage to the brain this can be caused many different ways such as, alcohol or drug abuse, brain injuries, depression, infection (HIV, UTI), vitamin deficiency, certain medications. different types of dementia have different causes for example Alzheimer’s is caused because the body can no longer break down proteins efficiently which affects the transmission of signals in the brain. 1.2 Describe the types of memory impairment commonly experienced by individuals with dementia Memory loss affects people with dementia in different ways but there are four common areas which people with dementia experience difficulties, Remembering events Most individuals who have dementia can remember the distant past more easily than whats happened in the past few months, weeks, days, hours and minutes. This is because memories decline in reverse order making newer information harder to recall. Taking in new information People with dementia find it very difficult to understand and retain new information and events.
Level 3 Unit 12 Understand mental health problems 1. Know the main forms of mental ill health 1.1 Describe the main types of mental ill health according to the psychiatric (dsm/icd) classification system. * Mood disorders: are mental disorders characterised by extreme disturbances in Emotional state. An unstable, emotional condition that can be characterized by cycles of abnormal, persistent high mood and low mood. * Personality disorders: defined by experiences and behaviours that can differ from the social norm.
Know the impact of mental ill health on individuals and others in their social network. Unit CMH 302 Understand Mental Health Problems Outcome 1 Know the main forms of mental ill health Assessment Criteria The learner can: 1. Describe the main types of mental ill health according to the psychiatric (DSM/ICD) classification system: mood disorders, personality disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, substance-related disorders, eating disorders, cognitive disorders. 2. Explain the key strengths and limitations of the psychiatric classification system.
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder I. Etiology and Symptoms J. Medications and Treatment including CBT VIII. Borderline Personality Disorder K. Etiology and Symptoms L. Treatment including DBT IX. Antisocial Personality Disorder M. Etiology and Symptoms N. Treatment X. Schizophrenia O. Etiology, Signs and Symptoms P. Medications and treatment including long-lasting injectables XI. Conclusion XII.
unit 12 1.1 Describe the main types of mental ill health according to the psychiatric (DSM/ICD) classification system: mood disorders, personality disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, substance-related disorders, eating disorders, cognitive disorders. Is the term designating a group of diagnoses in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM IV TR) classification system where a disturbance in person's mood is hypothesised to be main underlying feature. Personality mood: are conditions in which an individual differs significantly from an average person in terms of how they think, perceive, feel or relate to others. Anxiety disorders: Is a feeling of unease, such a worry or fear, which can be mild or severe. Psychotic disorders: are mental illnesses that are characterised by psychotic symptoms, which can generally be described as a loss of contact with reality.
Many adolescents may not meet the criteria for depression, but the symptoms that may be present can nevertheless affect their functioning. According to the DSM-IV-TR classification system (APA,2000), “A mood disorder is a mental disorder when an individual feels depressed and/or elated and outwardly displays signs/symptoms of depression and/or mania for a significant duration of time.” The individual’s mood impairs social, occupational, and/or other important areas of functioning. An identifiable stressor or trigger is not present. A mood disorder (also known
Provide an overview of the disorder, its symptoms, prevalence and treatment. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Provide an overview of the disorder. Discuss treatments sources and effectiveness. Bipolar Disorder Provide an overview of the disorder, treatment options and their effectiveness Conduct Disorder: The Cognitive/Behavioral Approach of Alan E.