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OF mental health care and mentally ill
June, 2015
characteristics of personality disorders
characteristics of personality disordersThe way we generally think or behave makes up our personalities. These develop throughout life. It is our personalities, aswell aswhatwe look like, that make us different from everyone else. As we come across new situations, we may adapt our behaviour or learn new ways of behaving, which will affect our personality. […]
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how to help people with substance abuse
how to help people with substance abuse Seek information about the substances that the person you care for is using and discuss with him or her treatment or management options available You should keep in mind that total abstinence from the substance misuse should be seen as a long-term goal. Gradual reduction in […]
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the reason for substance abuse
the reason for substance abuse A lot of people will use coffee, alcohol or tobacco to experience pleasure, or to help with unpleasant emotional or physical feelings. Sometimes people use substances such as illegal drugs or alcohol in such amounts that they interfere with their physical and/or mental well-being and can contribute to the development […]
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how to help someone with an eating disorder
how to help someone with an eating disorder A supportive carer, family and friends can make a big difference in the person’s recovery. You may be able to help the person by employing some helpful strategies such as the following: Do not try to force the person to change if he or she is […]
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eating disorder symptoms and effects
eating disorder symptoms and effects Lots of people experience changes in their eating habits during times of stress. For example if someone is under stress at work they might eat less and lose weight. If someone recently broke up with a partner they may eat more.When the feelings of stress have reduced eating habits usually […]
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ways to help with dementia
ways to help with dementia If memory loss is mild, use of memory aids (e.g. writing a list, a picture diary) or reminders can be of help Encourage the person to make full use of their remaining abilities Keeping an eye on the person’s ability to perform daily tasks safely, behavioural problems […]
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diagnosing dementia guidelines
diagnosing dementia guidelines It will often be the carers that notice a change in the person, such as that they are forgetting things or not being able to do so much for themselves any more. It is important that the carer supports the person to go to the GP. At this time nobody should jump […]
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The signs and symptoms of dementia
The signs and symptoms of dementia EARLIER STAGES Loss of memory, especially short-term Loss of interest in activities Reduction in communication skills Difficulty in using the right words Difficulty in understanding others Difficulty in concentrating Gradual loss of self-help skills Wandering around aimlessly, not knowing where they […]
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dementia symptoms and signs
dementia symptoms and signs Dementia is a group of diseases that affects how the brain works. There are many different types of dementia. The most common type is called Alzheimer’s disease. Dementia leads to a gradual deterioration in skills. The majority of dementias are irreversible. Susan is 51 and has Down syndrome. She shares a […]
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acute stress reaction symptoms
acute stress reaction symptoms Nearly everyone who encounters a trauma (e.g. assault, natural catastrophe) experiences stress, sometimes to a considerable degree. The symptoms are immediate (within an hour) but most people recover within a few days. Symptoms often include palpitations, sweating, shaking, rest-lessness, hot flushes, difficulty in breathing, hyperventilation, and tense muscles. In severe acute […]
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