Unit 02 Mental health and mental health issues

1. Understand the concept of mental health

• 1.1 Define the term ‘mental health’
• 1.2 Define the key components of mental wellbeing
• 1.3 Explain the need for positive mental health
• 1.4 Describe key risk factors in developing mental ill-health
• 1.5 Identify the effects that experiencing a mental health problem might have on an individual
• 1.6 Give examples of the ways in which individuals may cope with their mental health problem

2. Know common types of mental health problems and illnesses

• 2.1 Define the term ‘mental disorder’
• 2.2 Outline the key features of different models of mental health problems
• 2.3 Describe the 2 main means of classifying mental disorder
• 2.4 Describe the symptoms of a common psychosis
• 2.5 Describe other common mental disorders

3. Know the legislation and guidance that applies to those with mental health problems

• 3.1 Identify the key legislation and guidance that relates to people with mental health problems
• 3.2 Give examples of how legislation and guidance can be used to support people with mental health problems
• 3.3 Explain the need to challenge discrimination against people with mental health problems