精神健康：練習題

Which of the following is considered an individual effect of a significant mental health problem?

Which of the following is considered a social effect of significant mental health problems on society?

According to the dual representation theory of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), what is a characteristic of ‘Verbally Accessible Memories’ (VAMs)?

Which of the following is identified as a characteristic of mental health?

In the diagnosis of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), which of the following best defines a compulsion?

State one way in which social stigma surrounding mental health has changed recently.

Briefly explain one social effect of significant mental health problems on the economy.

Contrast the cognitive explanation of OCD with the biological explanation regarding the primary cause of obsessive thoughts.

A researcher is studying the impact of mental health problems on the economy. They find that high rates of significant mental health issues lead to increased absenteeism at work and higher costs for healthcare services.

(a) State one social effect of significant mental health problems, other than the impact on the economy.
(b) Briefly explain how effective coping with challenges is a characteristic of good mental health.

The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is used by clinicians to diagnose Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

(a) Identify and describe two diagnostic criteria or characteristics of PTSD according to the ICD.
(b) Explain the biological factor as an explanation for the development of PTSD.