Chapter 9. Mental Health

> After reading this chapter, you will be able to
> 1. Explain the differences between mental health and mental illness, and between normal and abnormal mental health.
> 2. Identify at least five types of serious mental disorders.
> 3. Explain the medicalization of mental health and its effect on individuals as well as on mental health professionals and organizations.
> 4. Describe in broad terms how mental health has historically been defined and treated.
> 5. Understand the importance of mental health parity and its current status.
> 6. Identify mental health social work roles and settings.
> 7. Recognize how diversity affects mental health and mental health treatment.