Question 1

A significant problem related to the deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill is:
A) Insufficient community mental health services
B) An increase in independent living settings with excessive supervision
C) Mentally ill clients of all ages were admitted to nursing homes
D) Increased cost of care

Accepted Answer

The deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill was intended to provide more community-based mental health services. However, insufficient funding for these services has resulted in a significant problem for the mentally ill, as many do not receive the care and support they need. This has led to increased homelessness, hospitalizations, and involvement with the criminal justice system. The other choices are not significant problems related to deinstitutionalization.

Question 2

Which of the following prohibited discrimination and promoted opportunities for persons with mental disorders?
A) National Mental Health Act
B) American with Disabilities Act
C) Developmental Disabilities Act
D) Protection and Advocacy for Mentally Ill Individuals Act

Accepted Answer

The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination based on disability, which includes mental disorders. The ADA also promotes opportunities for individuals with disabilities, including those with mental disorders. The National Mental Health Act (NMHA) established programs to provide research, training, and funding for the prevention and treatment of mental illness. The Developmental Disabilities Act (DDA) provides support and services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. The Protection and Advocacy for Mentally Ill Individuals Act (PAIMI) protects the rights of individuals with mental illness in hospitals, prisons, and other facilities. While all of these laws are important in addressing mental health, the ADA is specifically focused on prohibiting discrimination and promoting opportunities.

Question 3

The third-leading killer of young persons between ages 15 and 24 is:
A) Suicide
B) Automobile accidents
C) Cancer
D) Drug overdose

Accepted Answer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), suicide is the third-leading cause of death among individuals ages 15-24, following unintentional injuries (such as car accidents) and homicide. Therefore, choice A, suicide, is the correct answer.

Question 4

An example of primary prevention concerning mental health is:
A) Group psychotherapy
B) Stress reduction education
C) Case management
D) Monitoring illness symptoms

Accepted Answer

Primary prevention aims to prevent the development of mental health problems before they occur. Stress reduction education is a form of primary prevention that can help individuals develop coping skills and strategies to manage stress before it leads to more serious mental health issues. Group psychotherapy, case management, and monitoring illness symptoms are forms of secondary or tertiary prevention, which aim to manage existing mental health problems or prevent their recurrence.

Question 5

The model/theory that integrates the effects of biology and environment, or nature and nurture, on the development of mental illness is the:
A) Community mental health model
B) Holistic model
C) Systems theory
D) Diathesis-stress model

Accepted Answer

The diathesis-stress model suggests that mental illnesses results from an interaction between a person's predisposition or vulnerability (diathesis) and environmental stressors. Therefore, this model integrates both biological and environmental factors in the development of mental illness. The other options listed do not directly address the nature vs nurture debate in relation to mental illness.

Question 6

An example of tertiary prevention concerning mental health is:
A) Psychotherapy
B) Depression education
C) Counseling
D) Coordination transition from the hospital to the community

Accepted Answer

Coordination of transition from the hospital to the community is an example of tertiary prevention for mental health. This involves ensuring that individuals receive necessary support and services to prevent relapse or exacerbation of symptoms after leaving the hospital. This type of intervention aims to reduce the impact of a condition and prevent further complications. Psychotherapy, depression education, and counseling are examples of secondary prevention strategies, which aim to detect and treat mental health problems early to prevent them from becoming more severe.

Question 7

Healthy People 2010 targeted several objectives for mental health. Among them are which of the following? Select all that apply.
A) Reduce suicide rates
B) Increase employment of persons with severe mental illness
C) Decrease the number of children treated for mental health problems
D) Decrease the number of juvenile facilities that screen new admissions for mental health problems

Accepted Answer

Healthy People 2010 aims to reduce suicide rates and increase employment of persons with severe mental illness. However, it does not aim to decrease the number of children treated for mental health problems or the number of juvenile facilities that screen new admissions for mental health problems.

Question 8

Which of the following are sources of information and help for people with mental illness and mental health problems? Select all that apply.
A) Alcoholics Anonymous
B) Obsessive-Compulsive Foundation
C) Schizophrenics Anonymous
D) Anxiety Disorders Association of America
E) None of the above

Accepted Answer

These are all organizations that provide support and information to people with mental illness and mental health problems.

Question 9

Which of the following groups advocates for improved and effective psychiatric services and consumer empowerment?
A) National Alliance for Mentally Ill (NAMI) Consumer Council
B) National Mental Health Consumer's Association (NMHCA)
C) National Association of Psychiatric Survivors (NAPS)
D) Consumer/Survivor Mental Health Research and Policy Work Group

Accepted Answer

The National Alliance for Mentally Ill (NAMI) Consumer Council is known for advocating for improved psychiatric services and consumer empowerment.

Question 10

Mental health problems and mental disorders are treated by a variety of caregivers who work in diverse and loosely connected facilities. The Surgeon General's report defined ways through which people could receive assistance. These are which of the following? Select all that apply.
A) Specialty mental health systems
B) General medical or primary care sectors
C) Human service sectors
D) Voluntary support networks
E) None of the above

Accepted Answer

The Surgeon General's report identified four main ways through which people could receive assistance for mental health problems and disorders. These include specialty mental health systems, general medical or primary care sectors, human service sectors, and voluntary support networks. Therefore, the correct answer is A, B, C, and D.

Question 11

An important component of relapse management is:
A) Using a holistic view of the system
B) Identifying triggers
C) Understanding the individual's personality
D) Providing crisis intervention

Accepted Answer

Identifying triggers is an important component of relapse management as it allows individuals to recognize and avoid situations, thoughts, or feelings that may lead to substance abuse. This can help them develop coping strategies and prevent a relapse from occurring. The other options may also be important, but identifying triggers specifically relates to preventing relapse.

Quiz 34: Mental Health Issues

A significant problem related to the deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill is:

Which of the following prohibited discrimination and promoted opportunities for persons with mental disorders?

The third-leading killer of young persons between ages 15 and 24 is:

An example of primary prevention concerning mental health is:

The model/theory that integrates the effects of biology and environment, or nature and nurture, on the development of mental illness is the:

An example of tertiary prevention concerning mental health is:

Healthy People 2010 targeted several objectives for mental health. Among them are which of the following? Select all that apply.

Which of the following are sources of information and help for people with mental illness and mental health problems? Select all that apply.

Which of the following groups advocates for improved and effective psychiatric services and consumer empowerment?

Mental health problems and mental disorders are treated by a variety of caregivers who work in diverse and loosely connected facilities. The Surgeon General's report defined ways through which people could receive assistance. These are which of the following? Select all that apply.

An important component of relapse management is: