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Unit 02 Mental health and mental health issues
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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
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- 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
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- 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
