Lesson One - Possible Treatments for Mental Health Conditions
Psychological Interventions
Managing mental health can include combination of methods. One of the main ways to conquer mental illness and uphold mental health for the long-term is through psychological intervention. This is a type of intervention that is usually provided by registered psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors, or social workers.
It is worth noting that if someone chooses to see a professional, that person needs to feel comfortable discussing personal issues and there needs to be a level of trust. If there is not a connection, another professional should be sought out.
There are many different types of psychological interventions that can be implemented, each one based on certain beliefs of how people overcome challenges, as well as empirical evidence of how well the intervention works. The most common psychotherapies
for mental health are related to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which revolves around changing the way a person thinks and acts.
One thing to consider with psychotherapies is that they do not always have to be individual, one–on–one sessions. Oftentimes, there are group therapy sessions available, and hearing that others are experiencing similar feelings or struggles can help to validate experiences and build self-esteem.
One thing to consider with psychotherapies is that they do not always have to be individual, one–on–one sessions. Oftentimes, there are group therapy sessions available, and hearing that others are experiencing similar feelings or struggles can help to validate experiences and build self-esteem.
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Going in depth with each intervention is beyond the scope of this course; however, if you are interested in reading more about the most popular psychotherapies, go to the APA and Beyond Blue!