My Perceptions About And Prior Experience With Depression,...

How have your perceptions about and prior experience with depression, grief and suicide been challenged by the information presented? During my nursing career, I have worked in many high stress areas (ex; labor and delivery, where not every outcome is great, medical surgical unit, where a lot of people would get diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, and neurosurgical unit, where I took care of many young individuals affected by glioblasoma multiforme) where my patients were depressed (acute depression) due to their diagnosis and were not sure how to cope with their situation. I did have several suicidal patients, as well. Reflecting on this week’s readings, especially on Meghan’s pp presentations, I must admit that I have to learn more about different depression and suicide tools that are available. That is going to help me not only in my current practice but also in the future. The Joint Commission (2016) made following recommendations regarding detecting suicide in any type of settings: †¢ Review each patient’s personal and family medical history for suicide risk factors. †¢ Screen all patients for suicide ideation, using a brief, standardized, evidence-based screening tool. †¢ Review screening questionnaires before the patient leaves the appointment or is discharged. †¢ Take the following actions, using assessment results to inform the level of safety measures needed: keep patients in acute suicidal crisis in a safe health care environment, under one-to-one observation, forShow MoreRelatedNegative Effects Of Divorce1718 Words   |  7 Pagesfamily and parents even if that meant a little conflict in the family. Another study showed that children of divorced parents have emotional and psychological issues like depression, stress, sorrow, and grief. Zinsmeister also stated that children of divorced children are more likely to show behavioral issues including suicide attempts, problems in school, and problems with sexual identity. His studies suggest that girls develop serious problems with intimacy. In addition, children have more marriageRead MoreThe World Health Organization ( 2014 ) Defines Mental Health2688 Words   |  11 Pagesstresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his commun ity† (para. 1). Mental health refers to an individual’s psychological, emotional and social wellbeing; it has the ability affect people’s perceptions, thought, feelings, actions and capacity to respond to change, stresses and challenges within their lives (Headspace, 2013, para. 1). It influences how individuals perceive themselves, their resilience, life decisions and the people around themRead MoreEssay on Short Term Pastoral Counseling Final15227 Words   |  61 Pagesthe requirements of Introduction to Pastoral Counseling PACO 500 Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary Lynchburg, VA March 3, 2013 Abstract My future ministry will be as Co-Pastor of a medium sized Community Church in Lewisville, Texas. Each Sunday the church will have approximately 240 in attendance of Sunday morning worship service. My overarching goal for life is to live in and teach others how to grow in the hope that comes from the redemption provided by Jesus Christ. (2 Timothy 3:16-17;Read MoreSubstance Abuse15082 Words   |  61 Pagesthe stomach lining may occur. * Alcoholics frequently experience memory loss. The rate of reaction time is slowed down as the brain and nerve impulse transmission is affected. * Kidney increases excretion of water. * Speech becomes slurred. HOW CAN YOU TELL IF SOMEONE IS AN ALCOHOLIC? You may be able to tell if someone is an alcoholic by observing violent behaviour, criminal activities performed by individuals, car accidents, depression, illness, unhappy family life, poor work habits and absenteeismRead MoreUnderstanding Child And Young Person Development Essay9603 Words   |  39 Pagesfor an objects and then able to pick up small items; grabs rattle. Attaches to parents, begins to recognise familiar faces and smile; at about 6 months begins to recognise mother and father and shows anxiety for strangers. Plays simple games involving other people like peek-a-boo. Attempts to vocalize, squeals and copy sounds, say ‘dada’ and ‘mama’. Learns about things by using hands and mouth. Toddler 1-2 years Walks well, kicks, stops, can jumps on the spot, can throw a ball. Can unbutton theirRead MoreAbnormal Psychology. Classification and Assessment of Abnormal Behavior20707 Words   |  83 PagesAssessment Validity Cognitive Assessment Physiological Measurement SOCIOCULTURAL AND ETHNIC FACTORS IN ASSESSMENT 99–100 SUMMING UP 100–101 T R U T H or F I C T I O N â€Å"Jerry Has a Panic Attack on the Interstate† Interviewer: Can you tell me a bit about what it was that brought you to the clinic? Jerry: Well, . . . after the first of the year, I started getting these panic attacks. I didn’t know what the panic attack was. Interviewer: Well, what was it that you experienced? Jerry: Uhm, the heart beatingRead MoreStephen P. Robbins Timothy A. Judge (2011) Organizational Behaviour 15th Edition New Jersey: Prentice Hall393164 Words   |  1573 Pages2013, 2011, 2009, 2007, 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Prentice Hall. All rights reserved. Manufactured in the United States of America. This publication is protected by Copyright, and permission should be obtained from the publisher prior to any prohibited reproduction, storage in a retrieval system, or transmission in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or likewise. To obtain permission(s) to use material from this work, please submit a writtenRead MoreDeveloping Management Skills404131 Words   |  1617 Pagespublishing as Prentice Hall, One Lake Street, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458. All rights reserved. Manufactured in the United States of America. This publication is protected by Copyright, and permission should be obtained from the publisher prior to any prohibited reproduction, storage in a retrieval system, or transmission in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or likewise. To obtain permission(s) to use material from this work, please submit a writtenRead MoreFundamentals of Hrm263904 Words   |  1056 Pagestracking, and more manage time better study smarter save money From multiple study paths, to self-assessment, to a wealth of interactive visual and audio resources, WileyPLUS gives you everything you need to personalize the teaching and learning experience.  » F i n d o u t h ow t o M A K E I T YO U R S  » www.wileyplus.com ALL THE HELP, RESOURCES, AND PERSONAL SUPPORT YOU AND YOUR STUDENTS NEED! 2-Minute Tutorials and all of the resources you your students need to get started www.wileyplusRead MoreBhopal Gas Disaster84210 Words   |  337 Pagesimplementation of the 2004 Supreme Court order for disbursement of pro-rata additional compensation on one-on-one basis to victims of the Bhopal gas tragedy. It also decided that the Government will take responsibility for meeting the shortfall of about Rs. 50 crore, as estimated by the Office of Welfare Commissioner. The Cabinet also gave its nod for the proposal of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies to open its South Asia Regional Office here to improve the efficacy