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10 Common Mental Illnesses Crash Course

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Reviewed:: Feb 6, 2021 by Health Sciences

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Overview:

This is a 13 min 56 second video in which mental illness is defined The ten most common mental illnesses, including the signs and symptoms are described. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, mental illness is defined as a condition that negatively affects a person's thinking, feeling or mood for a sustained period of time.

Type of Material:

Animation

Recommended Uses:

Lecture
In class discussion
Homework
Debate

Technical Requirements:

internet access is required

Identify Major Learning Goals:

The purpose of this video is to provide an overview of the 10 most common types of mental illness. In addition to the rank order for each type of mental illness, signs and symptoms, subcatagories, and treatments are provided. Common misconceptions, such as the only way to treat ADD is with medication, are addressed.

The engaged participant will be able to

1. Define mental illness.

2. Describe the ten most common mental health illnesses.

3. Identify common myths/misconceptions about mental illness.

4. Identify common treatments for mental illness.

Target Student Population:

College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Professional

Undergraduate nursing students
Nurse practitioner students
Undergraduate psychology students
Introductory graduate level psychology students
Healthcare professional groups

Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:

none necessary as this is basic introductory level

Content Quality

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Strengths:: The concepts are clearly presented and on point. The DSM -V is referenced as the source of diagnosis in the video. Animation adds to the overall knowledge and keeps the viewer engaged. Content is appropriate for an introductory understanding of these mental health issues.
Concerns:: none

Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool

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Strengths:: The potential for student learning is well evidenced. Both visual and auditory modalities are utilized in this video. Animation is on point and engaging. Closed caption is embedded in the presentation. Multiple educational uses of this presentation are possible.
Concerns:: none

Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty

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Strengths:: Ease of use is high for this presentation. Being on YouTube, this animation allows the viewer easy access to pausing, advancing and repeating content as desired. The layout is consistent throughout, and the site is in working order.
Concerns:: none

Other Issues and Comments:: The video is an excellent introductory resource to common mental ilnesses.
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