DHS 13: Understand Mental Health Problems Assessment

1.1 Describe the following types of mental ill health according to the psychiatric (DSM/ICD) classification system:

• mood disorder
• personality disorders
• anxiety disorders
• psychotic disorders
• substance-related disorders
• eating disorders
• cognitive disorders

1.2 Explain the key strengths and limitations of the psychiatric classification system.

1.3 Explain alternative frameworks for understanding mental distress.

1.4 Explain indicators of mental ill health.

2.1 Explain how individuals experience discrimination.

2.2 Explain the effects mental ill health may have on an individual.

2.3 Explain the effects mental ill health may have on those in the individual’s familial, social or work network.

2.4 Explain how to intervene to promote an individual’s mental health and well-being.