1.1 Evaluate two different views on the nature of mental well-being and mental health
There are many different views on the nature of mental well-being and mental health, and it is likely that no single perspective captures all of the complexities and nuances of these concepts. However, here are two possible views:
The biomedical model: According to this view, mental well-being and mental health are primarily determined by biological and genetic factors and can be assessed and treated using medical interventions such as medication and therapy. This model sees mental health issues as diseases or disorders that can be diagnosed and treated in a similar way to physical health issues.
The social and cultural model: This view suggests that mental well-being and mental health are influenced by a variety of social, cultural, and environmental factors and that these factors can either promote or hinder mental health. According to this model, mental health problems are not simply the result of individual pathology but rather are shaped by the larger social and cultural context in which they occur. This model emphasises the importance of addressing social and cultural determinants of mental health, such as poverty, discrimination, and trauma.
Both of these views have their strengths and limitations, and it is likely that mental well-being and mental health are influenced by a combination of biological, social, and cultural factors. It is important to consider the complex interplay of these various factors in understanding and addressing mental health issues.
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1.2 Explain the range of factors that may influence mental well-Being and mental health problems across the life span
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1.3 Explain how risk factors and protective factors influence levels of resilience in individuals and groups in relation to mental well-Being and mental health
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2.1 Explain the steps that an individual may take to promote their mental well-Being and mental health
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2.2 Explain how to support an individual in promoting their mental well-Being and mental health
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2.3 Evaluate a strategy for supporting an individual in promoting their mental well-Being and mental health
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2.4 Describe key aspects of a local, national or international strategy to promote mental well-Being and mental health within a group or community
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2.5 Evaluate a local, national or international strategy to promote mental well-Being and mental health within a group or community