AHM Mental Health Services Unit Flashcard

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Which of the following is NOT a career in mental health services?
Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, Radiologist, Mental Health Counselor

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Radiologist

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What is the primary difference between anxiety disorders and mood disorders?

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Anxiety disorders primarily involve fear or worry, while mood disorders primarily involve changes in emotional state.

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Which treatment approach is most commonly used for anxiety disorders?

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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What tool do mental health professionals use to diagnose mental disorders?

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The DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition)

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Substance abuse and mental illness often co-occur and can exacerbate each other.

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True

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Identify two key differences between providing mental health services in a home care setting versus a clinical setting.

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Home care offers a more personalized environment and may face privacy challenges, while clinical settings are more structured and private.

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The role of a psychiatrist in mental health services and how it differs from a psychologist is:

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Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication, while psychologists provide therapy and cannot prescribe medication.

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Which of the following lists three common characteristics of anxiety disorders? Excessive worry, restlessness, difficulty concentrating, Hallucinations, memory loss, impulsivity, Euphoria, grandiosity, rapid speech, Delusions, disorganized speech, catatonia

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Excessive worry, restlessness, difficulty concentrating

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DSM-5 stands for which of the following, and what is its purpose in mental health?

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Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition; it is used to classify and diagnose mental health conditions.

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A common diagnosis for persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest is:

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Depression