Understanding Mental Illness: A Guide for Family and Friends

Understanding Mental Illness: A Guide for Family and Friends

This is a guide to help understand the basic issues involved with mental health conditions.

The goal is to understand, accept, and live with those with mental health conditions in a congenial manner. Learn how to resolve encounters and confrontations with those diagnosed with mental health conditions in a safe and helpful way, provide assistance, and make referrals to appropriate treating professionals.

Specific mental health conditions, types of licensed mental health professionals, levels of in-patient and out-patient care, and treatment modalities are explained. Commonly prescribed medications for mental health conditions are identified.