Caring for people with Mental Health
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Caring for people with
Mental Health Disorders
Mental Health Disorders
• Anxiety Disorders• Schizophrenia• Mood Disorders
–Bipolar Disorders–Depression
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Anxiety DisordersHigh level of anxiety makes it difficult to
cope
Coping mechanisms might be harmful
Types of Anxiety Disorders• Panic disorder
• Phobias
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder
• Post-traumatic stress disorder
All of these disorders make it hard to live a normal, productive life
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia• What?
– Severe, chronic, disabling mental health disorder• When?
– Manifests in late teens to the 20s and 30s• How?
– Delusions– Hallucinations– Paranoia– Psychosis
Medications can help individuals work and be independent. Unpleasant side effects may result in discontinued use
What works…• Similarities to Alzheimer’s• Same tools work
– Distraction– Humor– Reassurance– Not challenging their reality
MoodMoodDisordersDisorders
Mood DisordersMood Disorders
Manic Depressive
High energyRacing thoughtsIrritabilityRestlessness
HopelessnessLoss of interest in lifeDecreased energySuicidal thoughts or actions
Bi-polar disorder
Depression
Occurs in many adults, including older adults
Frequently treated successfully with medication
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