Analyse diagnosis mental health provision

Analyse diagnosis mental health provision

Choose a diagnosis (such as depression, schizophrenia, dementia etc) and critically discuss and analyse mental health provision in both primary and secondary services and the interface between the two.

Choose a diagnosis-discuss and analyse mental health

1. Critical Essay (3500 words)

Firstly, Choose a diagnosis (such as depression, schizophrenia, dementia etc). Critically discuss and analyse mental health provision in both primary and secondary services and the interface between the two.

Pathways of care and intervention options should also be included.

This essay will discuss and demonstrate a clear understanding of mental health legislation and policy, the role of both statutory and non-statutory agencies in mental health care, service user involvement and address the key aspects of the learning outcomes.

The assignment will include exploring aspects such as ethical considerations, care throughout the lifespan, stigma, social inclusion, quality of life, carers needs etc.

Students are to link theory and practice by a thorough referencing of the assignment. Also, an appropriate range of literature derived from the best available evidence base.

What legislation relates to mental health?

The Mental Health Act (1983) is the main piece of legislation that covers the assessment, treatment and rights of people with a mental health disorder. People detained under the Mental Health Act need urgent treatment for a mental health disorder and are at risk of harm to themselves or others.

Why is legislation important in mental health?

The main purpose of mental health legislation is to ensure that people with serious mental disorders can be treated. They can be treated without consent where it is necessary to prevent them from harming themselves or others. . If they fail to comply with their treatment plan they can be recall ed to hospital.

What is the difference between statutory and non-statutory services?

The difference between a statutory and a non-statutory service is that a statutory service is paid by tax payers, funded by the government and is set up by the law. They are usually uniform and highly professional an example would be the Emergency Services and the Armed Forces.

What are ethical considerations?

Firstly, Ethical values are essential for all healthcare workers.

Secondly, Ethical practice is a foundation for nurses, who deal with ethical issues daily.

Lastly, Ethical dilemmas arise as nurses’ care for patients.