Mental health nursing
Mental Health Nursing
Mental health nursing (pronunciation: /ˈmɛntəl hɛlθ ˈnɜːrsɪŋ/) is a specialized field of nursing that focuses on the care of individuals with mental health disorders, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety disorders and personality disorders.
Etymology
The term "mental health nursing" is derived from the combination of three words: "mental" (from Latin mens meaning "mind"), "health" (from Old English hǣlth meaning "wholeness, a being whole, sound or well") and "nursing" (from Latin nutrire meaning "to nourish").
History
Mental health nursing has its roots in the care of the mentally ill dating back to the Middle Ages, with the establishment of the first psychiatric hospitals. The profession has evolved over centuries, with significant advancements in the 20th century due to the development of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology.
Role and Responsibilities
Mental health nurses work in a variety of settings, including psychiatric hospitals, mental health clinics, and community health centers. Their primary responsibilities include assessing mental health needs, developing care plans, providing psychotherapy, administering medication, and educating patients and their families about mental health conditions and treatment options.
Related Terms
- Psychiatric nursing: A specialized area of nursing that combines the care of individuals with mental health disorders and the promotion of mental health.
- Community mental health nursing: A field of nursing that focuses on the treatment of individuals with mental health disorders in the community setting.
- Forensic mental health nursing: A field of nursing that combines the care of individuals with mental health disorders who are involved in the criminal justice system.
- Psychopharmacology: The study of the use of medications in treating mental health disorders.
- Psychotherapy: A therapeutic treatment method used to treat mental health disorders.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mental health nursing
- Wikipedia's article - Mental health nursing
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