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| What is a Mental Illness? |
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Definition
| A disease that causes mild to severe distubances in thinking, perception, and behavior |
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| Can Mental illnesses be onset at any time or at any age? |
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| Identify "stigma" as it relates to law enforcement. |
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Definition
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A mass deinstitutionalization in the 70s left family members to care for their loved ones with mental illnesses
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Historically law enforcement was not prepared to deal with mental illnesses
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Family members distrusted law enforcement
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Normally summoning law enforcement set the individual up for further victimization in the criminal justice system
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| Provide a brief history of mental illness, chronologically. |
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Definition
- In the 1600s, native american shamans used "supernatural powers" to treat mentally ill
- Later 1600s, witchcraft and demonic possession were used to explain mental illness.
- In 1892 Benjamin Rush published book, Medical Inquires and Observations of the Mind
- Early 1900s Sigmund Freud lectured on psychoanalysis in America
- In 50s and 60s anti-psychotic drugs were introduced
- 80s and 90s brought about managed care and more advanced treatment and diagnosis of mental illnesses
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| What are the 5 major categories of mental illness? |
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Definition
- Anxiety Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Schizophrenia
- Dementias
- Eating Disorders
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| Of the 5 major categories of mental illnesses, which is the most common? |
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| Of the 5 major categories of mental illness, which one is suicide most commonly associated with? |
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Definition
| Mood Disorders, more specifically depression |
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| What are the 3 main types of Anxiety Disorders? |
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Definition
- phobias
- panic disorders
- obsessive-complusive disorders
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| What are 2 types of Mood Disorders? |
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Definition
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder (manic depression)
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| Of the 5 major categories of mental illnesses, which one is considered a serious disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and acts? |
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Term
| Alzheimers disease is most commonly associated with which of the 5 major categories of mental illness? |
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| What are 2 common types of Eating Disorders? |
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Definition
- Anorexia nervosa (Anorexia)
- Bulimia
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| What is the difference between Anorexia and Bulimia? |
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Definition
- Anorexia is self-starvation
- Bulimia involves cycles of bingeing and purging
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| What are 2 common mental disorders that affect children? |
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Definition
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Autism
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| True/False: ADHD is one of the most common mental disorders that develop in children. |
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| Which mental disorder, that affects children, is characterized by impaired development in communication, social interaction, and behavior? |
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Term
| In terms of mental disorders, what does ASD stand for? |
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Definition
| Autistic Spectrum Disorders |
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Term
| Autism is classified as a PDD. What does PDD stand for? |
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Definition
| Pervasive Developmental Disorder |
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Term
| Define Mental Retardation. |
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Definition
| Characterized by sub-average intellectual functioning and is usually present at birth |
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| Name some behavioral indicators that are exhibited by persons suffering from certain forms of mental illness. |
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Definition
- Behavioral manifestations
- Extreme anxiety, panic, or fright
- Believes others are plotting against him/her
- Hallucinations
- Delusions
- Depression
- Obsessions
- Unexplained memory loss
- Confused behavior
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| True/False: If an individual poses a threat to himself/herself or others, law enforcement intervention is not necessary. |
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Definition
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| True/False: Bizarre behavior alone is not justification to use physical force against an individual who is acting out. |
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Definition
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Term
| Force should only be used by officers to subdue an individual if, and only if, that individual is what? |
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Definition
| So dangerous that he/she is a threat to himself/herself or others |
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Term
| True/False: It is advisable for an officer to handle a mentally ill call alone, as studies have shown that multiple officers can cause an individual to become aggressive. |
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Definition
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| Name several verbal communication types that can be used for verbal intervention with an individual. (i.e. paraphrasing) |
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Definition
- Empathy
- Supportive
- Paraphrasing
- Clarifying
- Encourage Reflection
- Observation and Feedback
- Redirection or Leading
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| List some helpful rules to ensure a successful outcome when directly communicating (making direct contact) with an individual that may be suffering from a mental health crisis. |
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Definition
- Use the individual's name
- Be polite
- Use non-threatening stance and gestures
- Keep hands out and palms up
- Watch his/her hands
- Keep voice low and calm
- Validate his/her feelings by acknowledging concerns
- Distract the individual
- Listen/Pay attention to what the individaul says
- Don't make promises you can not keep
- Get the individual focused on you
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| According to the disposition process, the procedure an officer uses to handle a mentally ill call will depend on several factors. Name a couple. |
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Definition
- Department's stated policy or procedure
- Nature of situation
- Severity of the individual's behavior
- Has a probate court order of detention been issued
- Civil Commitment vs Arrest
- Responsibility and Accountability
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| According to the applicable statutes relating to the mentally ill, name some of the rights that patients are entitled to. |
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Definition
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Dispose of property, real and personal
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Execute instruments
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Make purchases
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Enter into contractual agreements
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Hold a driver's license
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Marry or Divorce
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Be a qualified elector if otherwise qualified
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