NURS 4800 Exam 1
Mental Health the emotional and psychological well being of an individual who has the
capacity to interact with others, deal with ordinary stress, and perceive one's
surroundings realistically
Attributes of Mental Health -rational thinking
-effective coping
-resiliency
-self-control
-self-awareness
-developmentally on task
-spiritual satisfaction
-happiness and joy
-self-care
-positive self-concept
learning and productivity
-effective communication
-meaningful relationships
Mental Illness refers to all psychiatric disorders that have definable diagnoses.
significant mental dysfunction/ disturbance in at least one area:
developmental, biological, psychological.
culturally defined: norms, expectations, political climates.
, NURS 4800 Exam 1
Individual Attributes characteristics that are both inborn and learned that make us who we are
The role of resilience in mental health and mental the ability and capacity to for people to secure the resources needed to
illness. support well-being.
what makes some more able to adapt to tragedy, loss, trauma, and severe
stress.
Social and economic circumstances related to mental the environment that has the ability to affect mental health positively or
health negatively.
Ex: Family. Sets the stage in promoting confidence or for instilling anxiety.
Environmental factors related to mental health relates to the political climate and culture.
ex: laws have gradually shifted toward better reimbursement for mental
health services. makes it easier to access and improve mental healthcare.
, NURS 4800 Exam 1
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Provides criteria for psychiatric disorders and a basis for the development of
(DSM) comprehensive and appropriate interventions.
diathesis-stress model a diagnostic model that proposes that a disorder may develop when an
underlying vulnerability is coupled with a precipitating event (assertion)
Consumer movement/recovery group of individuals with mental illness, consumers, began to advocate for
their rights and fought against discrimination and forced treatment
What is recovery-oriented nursing care and what empowers the person to address a wide range of needs outside of their
does it entail? diagnosis.
This includes supports for housing, employment, education, family, healthy
eating and basic health promotion in order to build a meaningful, hopeful
and successful life.
Surgeon General's Report 1. Mental health is fundamental to overall health
2. There are effective treatments
Mental Health the emotional and psychological well being of an individual who has the
capacity to interact with others, deal with ordinary stress, and perceive one's
surroundings realistically
Attributes of Mental Health -rational thinking
-effective coping
-resiliency
-self-control
-self-awareness
-developmentally on task
-spiritual satisfaction
-happiness and joy
-self-care
-positive self-concept
learning and productivity
-effective communication
-meaningful relationships
Mental Illness refers to all psychiatric disorders that have definable diagnoses.
significant mental dysfunction/ disturbance in at least one area:
developmental, biological, psychological.
culturally defined: norms, expectations, political climates.
, NURS 4800 Exam 1
Individual Attributes characteristics that are both inborn and learned that make us who we are
The role of resilience in mental health and mental the ability and capacity to for people to secure the resources needed to
illness. support well-being.
what makes some more able to adapt to tragedy, loss, trauma, and severe
stress.
Social and economic circumstances related to mental the environment that has the ability to affect mental health positively or
health negatively.
Ex: Family. Sets the stage in promoting confidence or for instilling anxiety.
Environmental factors related to mental health relates to the political climate and culture.
ex: laws have gradually shifted toward better reimbursement for mental
health services. makes it easier to access and improve mental healthcare.
, NURS 4800 Exam 1
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Provides criteria for psychiatric disorders and a basis for the development of
(DSM) comprehensive and appropriate interventions.
diathesis-stress model a diagnostic model that proposes that a disorder may develop when an
underlying vulnerability is coupled with a precipitating event (assertion)
Consumer movement/recovery group of individuals with mental illness, consumers, began to advocate for
their rights and fought against discrimination and forced treatment
What is recovery-oriented nursing care and what empowers the person to address a wide range of needs outside of their
does it entail? diagnosis.
This includes supports for housing, employment, education, family, healthy
eating and basic health promotion in order to build a meaningful, hopeful
and successful life.
Surgeon General's Report 1. Mental health is fundamental to overall health
2. There are effective treatments
