5: Working with People who are Mentally Ill
This module will cover the important topics of mental health and mental illness. We will start by learning what mental health is and how mentally healthy people cope with stressors in their life. We will then discuss what mental illness is, what causes it, and signs of mental illness. You will learn about specific mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia. We will explore how mental illness is treated to help a person suffering from mental illness recover from their disease. Finally, we will discuss the role of a Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide in working with patients who suffer from a mental illness.