INTRODUCTION TO MENTAL HEALTH AND MANAGEMENT OF ASOCIATED CONDITIONS

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This theoretical course focuses on the discussion of the different mental and/or psychiatric disorders suffered by adult patients aged 60 years and over. The basic concepts of mental health and treatment approaches are presented at the individual, group and fa mily levels. Emphasizes the development of knowledge, skills and abilities of critical thinking and client care, through group discussions and reading of course -related articles, which will enable the student to recognize mental health conditions and care strategies. Therapeutic theories and communication techniques, patient safety, applicable laws, interventions in the care of patients in crisis, knowledge about different disorders and cultural diversity are covered. The role of the health assistant in the care of psychiatric disorders is discussed, as well as in the promotion of health and care of mental illnesses. Theory is complemented by DSM V diagnoses of mental health variables in the geriatric population. In addition, it facilitates the development o f skills related to communication and ethics and diversity.