Mental Health: Psychology & Crisis Intervention
The Interpreter Academy USA
Advancing the Evolution of Professional Interpretation
Part I: Master Resource Index (Mental Health)
PSYCHOLOGY & CRISIS TERMINOLOGY
| English Source | Spanish Equivalent | Academy Distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Comorbidity | Comorbilidad / Trastorno concomitante | The simultaneous presence of two or more chronic diseases or conditions in a patient. |
| Affect | Afecto / Estado de ánimo observado | The outward expression of a person's internal emotional state; distinguish from "mood." |
| Ideation | Ideación | The formation of ideas or concepts, specifically in the context of self-harm or suicide. |
| Cognitive Behavioral Therapy | Terapia cognitivo-conductual (TCC) | A psycho-social intervention that aims to reduce symptoms of various mental health conditions. |
Part II: Mental Health Interpretation Practice Test
The Fact Pattern
"During the intake assessment, the clinician noted that the patient presented with a flat affect and reported persistent suicidal ideation. The diagnostic profile suggests a high degree of comorbidity, including generalized anxiety and major depressive disorder. The treatment plan involves immediate stabilization followed by long-term Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address maladaptive thought patterns and emotional regulation."
1. In a psychiatric evaluation, how should 'Affect' be rendered?
A) Efecto secundario
B) Afecto / Expresión emocional
C) Cariño
D) Resultado del examen
2. What does 'Comorbidity' mean in a clinical mental health context?
A) Una enfermedad mortal
B) La presencia simultánea de dos o más trastornos
C) El miedo a la muerte
D) Un síntoma de gripe
3. The patient presents with 'Ideation.' Select the correct interpretation:
A) Imaginación creativa.
B) Ideación (formación de ideas o pensamientos, a menudo de autolesión).
C) Memoria a largo plazo.
D) Falta de concentración.
Academy Answer Key & Analysis
Q1: B. Afecto. In mental health, "affect" refers specifically to the observable manifestation of emotion, whereas "mood" is the patient's internal experience.
Q2: B. Presencia simultánea de trastornos. Accurate interpretation requires distinguishing between a single diagnosis and multiple co-occurring conditions.
Q3: B. Ideación. This is a technical term used to describe the content of a patient's thoughts, critical for safety risk assessments.