Valued Social Roles in Older Adults with Serious Mental Illness-Presentation Slides

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The document is a presentation on the topic of "Valued Social Roles in Older Adults with Serious Mental Illness." The presentation is part of an initiative by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to reduce the impact of substance misuse and mental illness in American communities. The presentation covers various aspects related to social roles, their value, and their impact on mental health and well-being.<br /><br />The presentation begins with some introductory slides, including information on how to access the recorded webinar and how to ask questions during the presentation. The upcoming events organized by the E4 Center, as well as the disclosure statement regarding the financial relationships of the participants, are also mentioned.<br /><br />The main content of the presentation focuses on defining social roles, their importance, and how they are shaped by societal norms and expectations. It highlights the reciprocal nature of social roles and emphasizes the significance of social roles in shaping individual identities. The presentation also discusses the impact of ageism, biases, and stereotypes on the social role opportunities for older adults with mental illness.<br /><br />The concept of intersecting marginalized identities is explored, particularly in the context of older adults with serious mental illness. The presentation delves into the challenges faced by individuals with these intersecting identities in occupying valued social roles. Strategies for understanding clients' existing social roles, analyzing the impact of different settings, and creating new and valued social roles are also discussed.<br /><br />The presentation concludes with a discussion on the bibliography, providing references for further reading on the topic.

Keywords

Valued Social Roles

Older Adults

Serious Mental Illness

SAMHSA

Mental Health

Well-being

Societal Norms

Ageism

Intersecting Marginalized Identities

Creating New Social Roles