What is Health?
Unit 3 begins with the WHO’s limited definition of health, not updated since 1948. Our challenge this week was to find two resources that explore the question “what is health?”. After reviewing our...
View ArticleBLOG – Defining Health in a Changed World
The World Health Organization most recently defined health in 1948 as “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity” (WHO, 1948)....
View ArticleBLOG – Determinants of Good Mental Health
Unit 3 challenges us to find an article related to determinants of health. The Canadian government defines determinants of health as “the broad range of personal, social, economic and environmental...
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BLOG – Reframing Schizophrenia – from Medical to Social
My current role allows me to provide support for to individuals living in a supportive and congregate housing program. The vast majority of those living in these homes are diagnosed with...
View ArticleChronic Disease Resources
I consider mental disorders chronic disease – especially for more serious mental illness such as psychotic disorders, personality disorders, or bipolar disorder. Additionally, one of the physical...
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Understanding Schizophrenia from a Biopsychosocial Perspective
The biopsychosocial model of health was first established in 1977 by psychiatrist George Engel, who felt that there was not an agreed-upon approach in the field of psychiatry. Furthermore, he felt...
View ArticleIndigenous Mental Health Resources
I was able to find a lot of useful resources on Indigenous mental health for curation this week. First, this video with Dr Suzanne Stewart discusses the importance of spiritual connection in promoting...
View ArticleMental Health Service Access for Marginalized Communities
As discussed in previous posts, mental health services are not always easily accessible to the general population in Ontario. Funding for community mental health organizations vary depend on region,...
View ArticleSelf-curation as a Learning Tool
Throughout the Critical Foundations of Health Disciplines course, my classmates and I have used various curation resources to gather resources related to the course units. Having the experience of...
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BLOG – Serious Mental Illness in Context
As explored in my reflection on content curation, my classmates and I have been examining health issues in the context of our varied roles as they relate to the themes and concepts in the Critical...
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