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What does an initial mental health treatment assessment consider?
Assessment considers concerns, symptoms, strengths, health history, current medications, living circumstances, and goals. It may also check whether physical health conditions or substance use contribute to symptoms.
What makes mental health treatment planning shared decision-making?
The provider explains reasonable options, likely benefits and risks, and alternatives; the person contributes their priorities and preferences.
What is psychotherapy intended to help people do?
Psychotherapy helps people recognize and change patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behavior. It may be provided individually, with family, or in a group.
What does cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focus on?
CBT identifies unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and practices more useful responses, such as gradually facing situations a person has avoided.
What does interpersonal therapy focus on?
Interpersonal therapy focuses on relationships, communication, and life changes that affect mood.
What kinds of abilities do skills-based therapies teach?
Skills-based therapies teach abilities such as emotion regulation, coping, problem-solving, or mindfulness.
How do family or group therapies use social connections?
Family or group therapy uses relationships or peer support as part of treatment.
Name four types of mental health medication.
Examples include antidepressants, anti-anxiety medicines, antipsychotics, and mood stabilizers.
What factors guide the choice of a mental health medication?
The choice depends on the person’s diagnosis, health, symptoms, other medications, and preferences.
What should a prescriber explain when starting a medication?
A prescriber should explain how and when to take it, what effects to watch for, and when follow-up is needed. Some medicines require regular monitoring.
What should someone do before changing or stopping a mental health medication?
People should consult their prescriber before changing a dose or stopping a medication, because abrupt changes can cause problems.
Who commonly makes up a collaborative care team?
A common team includes a primary care provider, a behavioral health care manager, and a psychiatric consultant.