Psychiatric Nursing

Explore our comprehensive collection of study guides and resources for Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing. Our content covers a wide range of topics, including nursing care management for patients with mental health problems, personality disorders, and strategies for promoting mental wellness. Perfect for exam preparation, our reviewers and sample nursing test bank questions are designed to enhance your understanding and proficiency in mental health nursing.

Key topics include:

  • Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing Overview
  • Nursing Care Management for Mental Health Conditions
  • Personality Disorders and Their Treatment
  • Strategies for Mental Wellness and Health Promotion
  • Comprehensive Reviewers and Study Guides
  • Sample Nursing Test Bank Questions
  • Patient Assessment and Diagnostic Criteria
  • Therapeutic Communication Techniques
  • Crisis Intervention and Management

Dive into our study guides to ensure you are well-prepared to provide compassionate and effective care to patients with mental health needs.

Dissociative Disorders

Dissociative disorders are a group of complex mental health conditions characterized by disruptions in a person's identity, memory, consciousness, or perception of reality.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a disorder that is characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity/impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development which often persists into adolescence and adulthood.

Psychosocial Theories

Many theories attempt to explain human behavior, health, and mental illness. Each theory suggests how normal development occurs based on the theorist's beliefs. assumptions, and view of the world.

Defense Mechanisms

Defense mechanisms are innate psychological processes that serve as coping mechanisms to protect individuals from emotional distress and reduce anxiety.

Substance Abuse Disorders

Substance abuse refers to the harmful or excessive use of psychoactive substances, such as drugs or alcohol, that can result in negative consequences for the individual's physical health, mental well-being, and overall life functioning.

Anxiety Disorders and Panic Disorders

Anxiety disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by persistent feelings of fear, worry, and apprehension that go beyond normal levels of stress. These disorders can significantly impact a person's thoughts, emotions, and daily life.