NURS309 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Eating Disorder, Twin Study, Social Exclusion
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How do i write a reflection: many ways: essays, poetry, journal entries, personal narrative. A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease and infirmity . (who) A state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community . (who) Maintaining mental health: build healthy self esteem, create positive parenting and family relationships, make friends who count, get involved, learn to manage stress effectively, cope with change, deal with your emotions, learn to be at peace with yourself. 7. 4 billion in 1993: 86% of hospitalizations for mental illness occur in general hospitals. Causes: physical construction of the brain, genetics/heredity (twin studies, neurotransmitters, substance use, exposure to toxins. Prevention and delivery: at the individual level, social determinants of health, secure attachment, parenting, social support, at the systems level.