7-1 Discussion: Are Psychological Disorders Manifestations of Society and Culture?Previous Next In this discussion, you will explore the concept of public perception and the impact it has on the mental health field. By reading the Forbes article, Researchers Doubt That Certain Mental Disorders Are Disorders at All, you can see that perceptions regarding mental health shift on a metaphoric pendulum over periods of time.
For your initial post, address the following:
- The article notes that labels often define who we are and help us to determine what we are able to do. For argument's sake, if the scientific community shifted from labels such as ADHD, anxiety, or PTSD to the definition of an individual's response to the environment, how do you believe society would adapt to the change?
- In some cases, a diagnosis can provide individuals with a sense of relief. It gives them the opportunity to address personal issues with a clear treatment plan.
- What are the benefits of having labels for mental health disorders?
- What are some detriments of having labels for mental health disorders?
- How does the concept outlined in this article apply to any of the following programmatic themes? You may want to review the Programmatic Themes PDF document.
- Self-care
- Social justice
- Emotional intelligence
- Career connections
- Ethics
Remember to respond to two peers while being respectful of and sensitive to their viewpoints. Consider advancing the discussion in the following ways:
- Post an article, video, or visual to reinforce a peer's idea or challenge them to see their point from a different perspective.
- Engage in conversation with your peers around the pros and cons of having a labeled diagnosis. Consider asking a question or sharing your personal experience.
To complete this assignment, review the Psychology Undergraduate Discussion Rubric. You will also need:
- Norms of Practice for Online Discussion PDF
- Ethical Usage Practices PDF
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In this discussion, you will explore the concept of public perception and the impact it has on the mental health field. By reading the Forbes article, Researchers Doubt That Certain Mental Disorders Are Disorders at All, you can see that perceptions regarding mental health shift on a metaphoric pendulum over periods of time.
For your initial post, address the following:
- The article notes that labels often define who we are and help us to determine what we are able to do. For argument’s sake, if the scientific community shifted from labels such as ADHD, anxiety, or PTSD to the definition of an individual’s response to the environment, how do you believe society would adapt to the change?
- In some cases, a diagnosis can provide individuals with a sense of relief. It gives them the opportunity to address personal issues with a clear treatment plan.
- What are the benefits of having labels for mental health disorders?
- What are some detriments of having labels for mental health disorders?
- How does the concept outlined in this article apply to any of the following programmatic themes? You may want to review the Programmatic Themes PDFdocument.
- Self-care
- Social justice
- Emotional intelligence
- Career connections
- Ethics
Remember to respond to two peers while being respectful of and sensitive to their viewpoints. Consider advancing the discussion in the following ways:
- Post an article, video, or visual to reinforce a peer’s idea or challenge them to see their point from a different perspective.
- Engage in conversation with your peers around the pros and cons of having a labeled diagnosis. Consider asking a question or sharing your personal experience.
To complete this assignment, review the Psychology Undergraduate Discussion Rubric. You will also need:
- Norms of Practice for Online Discussion PDF
- Ethical Usage Practices PDF
