Lecture

In this lesson, we will define types of sexual abuse and violence.  We will then explore some signs and symptoms of sexual violence and will determine the responsibility of the nurse in collecting evidence for abuse cases.  Finally we will

In this lesson, we will define older abuse and review some examples and signs and symptoms of both physical, social, and emotional abuse and neglect.  We will identify some causes and risk factors for experiencing older adult abuse and discuss

In this lesson, we will define child abuse and review some examples and signs and symptoms of both physical and emotional abuse and neglect.  We will identify some causes and risk factors for experiencing child abuse and discuss some of

In this lesson, we will define drug abuse and drug addiction and determine the similarities and differences between the two disorders. We will then look at the causes and risk factors for developing an abuse or addiction disorder.  We will

In this lesson, we will define alcohol abuse and alcohol addiction and determine the similarities and differences between the two disorders. We will then look at the causes and risk factors for developing alcohol abuse or addiction.  It is important

In this lesson, we will determine the purpose of therapy and how this treatment method is useful for managing mental health disorders.  We will review several types of therapy methods and some of the disorders each method is most useful

In this lesson, we will define therapeutic communication and review ways in which communication takes place, both verbally and non-verbally.  Communication techniques will be introduced along with examples on how to use them to facilitate open communication and trust with

In this lesson, we will define electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and determine why this treatment is used in mental health disorders.  We will identify some of the disorders that ECT is effective in treating and discuss why clients choose this treatment

In this lesson, we will define both mental health and mental illness.  We will then explore different categories of mental illness along with risk factors for and behavioral and psychological signs and symptoms of different mental illnesses.  We will then