Dementia
Dementia is defined by a loss of previous levels of cognitive, executive, and memory function in a state of full alertness
Delirium
Delirium is a disturbance of consciousness and a change in cognition that develop rapidly over a short period.
Major Depression
Major depression is classified under mood disorders which are characterized by disturbances in the regulation of mood, behavior, and affect that go beyond the normal fluctuations that most people experience.
Stress and Anxiety
Stress and anxiety are universal feelings and are part of our daily lives.
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia refers to a group of severe, disabling psychiatric disorders marked by withdrawal from reality, illogical thinking, possible delusions and hallucinations, and emotional, behavioral, or intellectual disturbance.
Psychological Therapies
Here are the most common psychotherapies being practiced today:
Nursing Care Tips for Psychiatric Disorders in Children
Here are psychiatric disorders in children (autism disorder, ADHD, Rett Syndrome, and more) and how nurses can take care of them:
Grieving Stages: Understanding a Patient’s Perspective
Following Kubler-Ross’ Stages of Grief, how can nurses be advocates for their patients as they go through these heartbreaking changes in their lives.
5 Communication Techniques for Individuals with Depression
Here are five therapeutic communication techniques nurses should utilize to deliver effective nursing care in working with individuals having depression.
225 Nursing Bullets: Psychiatric Nursing Reviewer
An easy-peasy reviewer about Mental Health Nursing and Psychiatric Nursing.
NURSING SCHOOL SURVIVAL KIT
Nursing Theories and Theorists
In this guide for nursing theories, we aim to help you understand what comprises a nursing theory and its importance, purpose, history, types or classifications, and give you an overview through summaries of selected nursing theories.
