Jennie feels sad all the time now. She has not enjoyed anything for months. Jennie is probably suffering from:
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• a phobia
• clinical depression
• obsessive-compulsive disorder
• grief
Jennie's symptoms, such as feeling sad all the time and not enjoying anything for months, are indicative of:
• clinical depression
Clinical depression, also known as major depressive disorder, is characterized by persistent sadness and a lack of interest or pleasure in previously enjoyable activities. It is more than just feeling down; it is a serious mental health condition that requires evaluation and treatment by a healthcare professional.
Please note that while the symptoms mentioned align with clinical depression, a proper diagnosis would require a thorough assessment by a mental health professional. If Jennie or anyone else is experiencing these symptoms, seeking help from a doctor or therapist is important.
Which is NOT a type of psychotherapy used to treat mental disorders?
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• insight therapy
• group therapy
• drug therapy
• cognitive therapy
• drug therapy
Drug therapy, also known as pharmacotherapy, involves the use of medications to manage and treat the symptoms of mental disorders and is not a form of psychotherapy. Psychotherapy, on the other hand, involves psychological methods and typically involves a therapeutic relationship between a client and a therapist. Insight therapy, group therapy, and cognitive therapy are all types of psychotherapy.
A mental health professional that is a link between community services and a patient is a
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• psychologist.
• psychiatrist
• social worker
• neurologist.
• social worker
A social worker, especially those specialized in clinical or psychiatric social work, often serves as a link between community services and a patient. They help patients navigate the social services system, provide support and counseling, and work to ensure that patients receive the comprehensive care and resources they need to improve their mental health and well-being.
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for depression and/or suicide?
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• A parent or other close biological relative with a mood disorder.
• Experiencing a violent crime or witnessing violence.
• Being sad for a while after your friend moves away.
• A previous bout of depression.
• Being sad for a while after your friend moves away.
Feeling sad when a friend moves away is a normal emotional response to a life event and by itself is not generally considered a risk factor for clinical depression or suicide. On the other hand, having a parent or other close biological relative with a mood disorder, experiencing a violent crime or witnessing violence, and having a previous bout of depression are all recognized risk factors for developing depression and/or an increased risk for suicide.
If you're concerned about factors associated with mental illness, you don't need to worry about
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• hereditary.
• virus infections.
• physical factors.
• early experiences.
• virus infections.
While virus infections can sometimes influence mental health (e.g., certain infections can lead to inflammation that affects the brain), they are generally not among the primary factors that mental health professionals focus on when assessing risk for mental illness. Heredity (genetics), physical factors (such as brain chemistry or hormonal imbalances), and early experiences (including trauma or developmental issues) are all well-established factors that can contribute to mental illness. That said, it is essential to look at each case individually, as the etiology of mental illness is often complex and multifaceted.
You think your friend is depressed and may be considering suicide. Which of the following actions should you avoid?
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• Tell him how concerned you are about him; you'll probably embarrass him.
• Leave him alone to work it out.
• Tell an adult you trust about the situation
• Listen carefully to what he has to say.