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History of Mental Health (Practices most Commonly Available and Accessible…
History of Mental Health
Factors that Shaped Perspectives on Mental Health/Illness
Practices most Commonly Available and Accessible in Mental Health Care
Psychiatry drugs
Has had waves of popularity
Work for some and not others
Depends on the bodies response to the drugs
Therapy sessions
With psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, etc.
Family doctor may make a referral
Feels that someone more specialized is a better fit for diagnosing or prescribing medications
Could be short or long term
Psychiatric wards in hospitals
Must be admitted
Depends on your current state and sadly, beds available
Duration of stay varies
Occupation therapists help to reintegrate into society
Need support system
Perspectives that Shaped Perspectives on Mental Health/Illness
Medical field questioning its credibility
Not as black and white like other fields of medicine (ex: cardiology)
Pharmaceutical Industry
Pushing the use of drugs for treatment
Thinking about profit more than patient's well-being
Presuming that drugs are the best treatment plan for each individual
Public
Not satisfied with the diagnosing process, or treatment options