Unit Breakdown

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Title

Understand Mental Health Problems     

Type

Knowledge and skills

Learning outcomes

Assessment criteria

Potential Evidence

1

Understand the types of mental ill health.

1.1

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

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

Showcasing your knowledge: –

Tutor marked assignment – one of:

a) Assessment Pack

b) Resource Pack                      

c) Essay

 

All Assignments MUST use and be submitted with an appropriate referencing system

 

Professional Discussion

E-learning

Prior Learning / Certificates

Learning Journal

 

 

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

Understand the impact of mental ill health on individuals and others in their social network.

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.

 

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