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relationship between urban residence and mental health symptomology
As described above, patterns of settlement are changing rapidly, as migration from rural to urbanareas, induced in part by the search for employment and education, augments the rapid natural growth that most urban areas of the developing world have experienced over the past few decades. Between 1965 and 1990 populations have become increasingly urbanin all […]
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organic disorders in psychology
Organic disorders Researchers have studied incidence and prevalencerates for dementia in different areas of the world,including North America, Europe, Scandinavia,Russia, Japan, China, Singapore and Australasia. Most studies indicate higher prevalence ratesof Alzheimer's disease (AD) in comparison to vasculardementia in North America and Europe. On the otherhand, Russia, China and Japan reveal the oppositepattern. Researchers in […]
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antimanic medications list
antimanic medications list.The term ‘antimanic’ reflects the usage of this group of drugs. It is generally used for the treatment of mood disorders and maintenance to prevent relapses of mood swings. In acute phases of mania, antipsychotic medication may also be used to control the manic behaviour. Staff involved in the administration of antimanic medication […]
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antidepressant medication side effects
antidepressant medication side effects .The word ‘antidepressant’ implies an agent acting against depression; hence it is the treatment of choice for those with a diagnosis of depression. However, the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence recommends antidepressants should not be used for people suffering from mild to moderate depression; therapeutic interventions should instead be […]
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anxiolytic medications and society
anxiolytic medications and society.Anxiolytics are effective in alleviating anxiety and anxiety-related disorders. People suffering from sleep, panic or anxiety disorders may find the use of this group of medication helpful in order to manage daily lives and the accompanied emotions of the disorder. However, their use in many stress-related disorders, for example unhappiness, may not […]
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antipsychotic medication side effects list
antipsychotic medication side effects list.The discovery of phenothiazines (a group of antipsychotic medication) in the 1950s transformed in-patient treatment and the lives of individuals. Although the medication enabled some patients to leave hospital with the symptoms of the illness significantly suppressed, the movement disorder caused by the medication was a prime concern. The long-term side […]
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THE USE OF MEDICATION to Mental Health As a general rule, medication should only be given under supervision, monitoring and regular review. This is to ensure that the efficacy of the medication is maximised and the side effects managed. The individual’s mental state should also be monitored so that the dosage of the medication can be […]
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The history of physical treatment in mental health care
THE HISTORY OF PHYSICAL TREATMENT The history of physical treatment in mental health care settings can be argued as one of violent and unpleasant sufferings. Mentally ill patients were believed to have been possessed by devils or bewitched. Blood letting, purging, blistering and cold baths, for example, were often normal remedies as these interventions were thought to […]
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music therapy research essay
music therapy research essay.Music therapy often involves the therapist relating to the client through musical improvisation. The client will begin playing an instrument or making vocal sounds and the therapist joins them with an instrument they feel appropriate to the music. Techniques the therapist might employ include matching the client’s expression,supporting, accompanying, empathising, creating boundaries […]
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