Question 1

The 2002 report The Time Is Now, released by Ontario's Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, suggested several areas of reform for mental health services. Which of the following is NOT one of the suggested areas of reform listed in the text?

Accepted Answer

The suggested areas of reform listed in the text include enhanced family support, public education, and consumer-driven mental health planning. However, there is no mention of an increase in sheltered workshops.

Question 2

The national mental health strategy is based on the belief that it is essential for programs to address social dimensions of mental health, including ________.

Accepted Answer

Housing is a critical social determinant of mental health, as stable and safe living conditions are foundational to well-being and access to mental health services.

Question 3

The Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health (2006) reported that many Canadians had a negative view of those with mental illness. At what level of society does stigma NOT exist?

Accepted Answer

Stigma exists at every level of society, including individual, professional, and social levels. Despite efforts to raise awareness and reduce stigma, negative attitudes and beliefs about mental illness persist in many communities and among many individuals. It is important to continue working towards combating stigma and promoting understanding and acceptance of mental illness.

Question 4

The Standard on Psychological Health and Safety for Post-Secondary Students (2020) includes several areas for reform to better support students. Which of the following is NOT included in this list?

Accepted Answer

The Standard on Psychological Health and Safety for Post-Secondary Students (2020) focuses on areas that institutions can address to better support students' psychological well-being. While promoting life skills, providing safer learning environments, and raising mental health awareness are included in the list, reducing tuition fees is not one of the areas for reform mentioned.

Question 5

The 1867 Constitution Act defined three main areas of government: the executive, the legislature, and the judiciary.

Accepted Answer

The 1867 Constitution Act indeed defined three main areas of government: the executive, the legislature, and the judiciary.

Question 6

"Jordan's Principle" states that responsibility for payment for health care services to Indigenous children must be determined before service is provided.

Accepted Answer

Jordan's Principle mandates that the needs of the child should come first, and any governmental disputes over who is responsible for paying for services should be resolved after the services are provided, ensuring no delays in care.

Question 7

The Kirby Report (2002) was an extensive review of mental health care services in Canada.

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

Social workers licensed in one province can immediately practice under that license in any province.

Accepted Answer

Social work licensure is governed by each province or territory in Canada, and while there is some degree of inter-provincial mobility, social workers typically need to be registered with the regulatory body in the province where they wish to practice. Some provincial regulatory bodies have mutual recognition agreements with other provinces that facilitate registration for social workers who are already licensed in another jurisdiction, but this process can still take time and involve additional requirements beyond what is needed for initial licensure. It is important for social workers to check with the regulatory body in any province where they wish to practice to ensure they meet the specific requirements and are registered appropriately.

Question 9

When funding cuts are made to health care, mental health care is often impacted.

Accepted Answer

When funding is cut from health care, mental health care often suffers as it is considered to be a low priority area of healthcare. Mental health care requires resources and funding, and cuts can lead to limited access to services, inadequate staffing, and reduced quality of care for individuals with mental health issues.

Question 10

When it comes to health care legislation, mental health care takes precedence over other health care concerns.

Accepted Answer

While mental health care has been a growing concern and has received increased attention in recent years, it does not necessarily take precedence over other health care concerns in health care legislation. Different proposed bills or laws may prioritize various health care issues, and mental health may or may not be at the top of the list.

Question 11

Steele et al. (2007) reported a positive correlation between education and access to health care.

Accepted Answer

Steele et al. (2007) found that individuals with higher levels of education had better access to health care.

Question 12

Substance abuse is not related to mental health outcomes.

Accepted Answer

Substance abuse is often linked to poor mental health outcomes. It can exacerbate or cause mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety, and can make it more difficult to manage existing mental health conditions.

Question 13

Fuller-Thomson et al. (2012) reported that intimate partner violence is marginally associated with mental health status.

Accepted Answer

Fuller-Thomson et al. (2012) found a strong association between intimate partner violence and mental health status, indicating that individuals who have experienced intimate partner violence are at a significantly higher risk for mental health issues.

Question 14

British Columbia's Colony Farm hospital site used patient labour as a means of treatment.

Accepted Answer

Colony Farm hospital, which was in operation from 1904 to 1974, used patient labour as a means of treatment. The patients were assigned work tasks such as farming, laundry, and carpentry in order to keep them occupied and help in their recovery. This practice has since been widely criticized for exploiting patients and violating their human rights.

Question 15

Between 1965 and 1981, as a result of deinstitutionalization, the number of beds in provincial psychiatric hospitals across Canada dropped by 30 per cent.

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

The consumer movement was always well received by the mental health care system.

Accepted Answer

The consumer movement faced a lot of resistance and skepticism from the mental health care system initially. It took a considerable amount of time and efforts to gain acceptance and recognition.

Question 17

Transinstitutionalization is a term referring to the increased number of mental health patients who end up incarcerated.

Accepted Answer

Transinstitutionalization refers to the transfer of individuals with mental illness from traditional mental health institutions to other types of facilities, such as prisons, due to the closure of psychiatric hospitals and a lack of community-based treatment options. This has resulted in a disproportionate number of individuals with mental illness being incarcerated, leading to concerns about the criminal justice system becoming a de facto mental health treatment system.

Question 18

In 2002, Ontario's Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care released a report based on the philosophy that recovery from mental illness is possible for all people who are medication compliant.

Accepted Answer

The philosophy of recovery in mental health emphasizes that recovery is a unique and individual process that goes beyond medication compliance. It involves personal growth, reintegration into the community, and living a fulfilling life despite the challenges of mental illness. The statement oversimplifies the recovery process by focusing solely on medication compliance.

Question 19

The 2006 report Out of the Shadows at Last stated that Canada was the only G8 country that did not have a national mental health strategy.

Accepted Answer

The 2006 report Out of the Shadows at Last did state that Canada was the only G8 country that did not have a national mental health strategy.

Question 20

What are some examples of conflicts between federal and provincial health care systems and legislation?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 2: A Policy Framework for Mental Health Practice in Canada