For this assignment i need support writing some of it but not all, below i have talked about the assignment as a whole which will come to 3000 words however i will be completing the introduction, P3:Discuss different causal factors that may lead to mental disorders in individuals, P4:Explain the characteristics, signs, symptoms of Bipolar disorder, and M2:Assess causal factors that contribute to Bipolar disorder in relation to its assosiated characteristics. Leaving just D2, P5, P6, M3 and D3 for your completion with around 2000 words.Unit 6 Learning Aim B and C psychology. I would upload the assignment brief but i cant seem to find it right now but have listed most said in it below.Learning aim B: Evaluate the impact of causal factors that contribute to one mental disorder in relation to its assosiated characteristics.Learning aim C: Evaluate the importance of the role of proffessionals and treatments for one mental disorder.For this assignment my chosen mental disorder is bipolar disorder, i will upload powerpoints with a brief overview of all information needed for this assignment, however further research will be needed.A report that examines:
- Causal factors that can contribute to mental health disorders.
- The different types of mental disorders and their symptoms.
- The approaches used by professionals in treating different mental disorders and their specific roles in diagnosing and treating individuals.
Criteria learning aim C:
- In exploring professional approaches to the treatment of one form of mental disorder, the report will provide detailed examples of the selected approaches.
- Learners will demonstrate a clear and accurate understanding of the ways in which treatments are administered, along with an assessment of their impact.
- The report will provide a detailed consideration of the importance of a range of professionals responsible for diagnosing, treating and supporting individuals with mental disorders.
I will upload a document with assignment guidance, please follow the suggested format of this and include all information listed.For this assignment you will be discussing, exploring, evaluating etc different cuasal factors assosiated with all mental disorders(P3), following this all work will be discussing causal factors, symptoms, diagnoses, treatments and proffessinals involved in BIPOLAR DISORDER(P4. M2, D2, P5, P6, M3, D3).
Introduction: (200-250 words)
- What is a mental disorder? Give some examples, statistics, why is it important to be knowledgeable?
- What mental disorder will you be focusing on for this report?
- What will this report cover? (look at the criteria)
P3: Discuss different causal factors that may lead to mental disorders in individuals
Outline each of the causal factors below, going into greater depth and detail on those that are more relevant to your CHOSEN mental disorder:
- Prenatal factors (health, diet, addiction) and genetic factors
- Biological factors and health factors (e.g. illness, disease, long-term conditions)
- Family factors (home life, parenting style, attachments, trauma, abuse)
- Environmental factors (housing, location, access to resources, funding)
- Social and political factors (social class, education, income, policies)
- Cultural factors (beliefs, values, social norms, attitudes etc.)
P4: Explain the characteristics (signs/symptoms) of your CHOSEN mental health disorder
Looking at your specific disorder, what are the main signs, symptoms and characteristics of that disorder and how does it impact on the individual’s day to day life, family, friends, work/college/school etc.
For example:
- Personality disorders will be characterised by being suspicious, emotional, impulsive and anxious
- Schizophrenia will be characterised by hallucinations, manic behaviour, paranoia
- Eating disorders will be characterised by obsessive thoughts/behaviours relating to food, diet, weight etc.
M2: Assess causal factors that contribute to your CHOSEN mental disorder in relation to its associated characteristics
D2: Evaluate the impact of causal factors that contribute to your CHOSEN mental disorder in relation to its associated characteristics
- Find a link between the causal factors and the characteristics of the disorder
- Assess this link and find research that evidences the link or opposes the link
- Look at the IMPACT of causal factors in the development of the disorder – give strengths and weaknesses of the explanations given in research
P5: Explain appropriate treatments for your CHOSEN mental disorder
Choose the treatments that may be offered, tried, tested, whether successful or unsuccessful for your CHOSEN mental disorder
- Psychodynamic therapy (free association, transference, dream analysis)
- Behavioural therapies (conditioning, behaviour modification, behavioural analysis, flooding, systematic desensitisation etc.)
- Cognitive therapies (rational emotive behaviour therapy (REBT), cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
- Family systems therapy (relationship dynamics)
- Drug therapies (look at all the different types of medication that could be used/prescribed)
- Humanistic therapies (counselling, computerised CBT, e-therapy)
P6: Discuss the role of professionals involved in diagnosing and treating your CHOSEN mental disorder
Who may be involved in the diagnosing and treating of your CHOSEN mental disorder?
What is their role?
- Diagnosing and treating disorders (psychiatrists, psychologists, neurologists, GP’s)
- Mental health workers (mental health nurse, case manager, social workers, paediatricians, occupational therapists, counsellors)
- Professionals in educational organisations (health visitors, school nurses, special educational needs (SENCOs), speech and language therapists
- Support groups (mind, rethink mental illness, young minds)
M3: Analyse the way in which professionals can contribute to the treatment of individuals with your CHOSEN form of mental disorder
D3: Evaluate the importance of the role of professionals and treatments for your CHOSEN mental disorder
- You need to go into depth in relation to the role of professionals and treatments for your specific disorder
- Include research and evidence to support points made and highlight strengths and weaknesses