Posted: April 6th, 2013
Mental Health Sector Changes
565501 – Socio Political Context of Mental Health in New Zealand
Assignment One – Essay
Title: Mental Health Sector Changes
Learning Outcomes 1, 3, 5, 6
Attitudes and treatment of people living with a mental illness and those who support people experiencing mental health issues have evolved over time. The acknowledgement of our bicultural society has been influential in this evolution. Other significant changes have been influenced by relevant factors that shape our communities; institutionalisation, de-institutionalisation, clinical treatment services, NGO support services, the media, legislation, policy, education etc.
Using the case study provided, apply and discuss how these changes have contributed to the attitudes and treatment of people whose lives have been affected by mental illness. Click here to get more on this essay…..
Case Study:
Entered Services at age 22, now in mid-thirties
Continued and changing diagnosis of Schizophrenia, Schizoidaffective Disorder and Asperger’s
48 year old brother who was institutionalised at age 16
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John wants to get off of his medication
Has lived in supported accommodation
Elderly parents; Maori Father, Scottish Mother
30 year old cousin who works as a Patient Advocate for people who experience mental health issues
JOHN
Has experienced Community Treatment Order (CTO)
Mother’s sister who was a MH Nurse at Kingseat
Has had some long periods of commitment to the MH Unit
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