Advanced Mental Health Nursing: Addressing Social Determinants

This assignment is a literature review and an annotated bibliography focusing on the role of advanced mental health nurses in addressing the social determinants of mental health, specifically unemployment and addiction. The review uses Google Scholar and CINAHL to search for relevant literature published between 2013 and 2019. The paper explores the impact of unemployment on mental health, including increased anxiety, depression, and substance use. It discusses various perspectives, including the stress hypothesis and income loss hypothesis, regarding the relationship between unemployment and addiction. The review also highlights how nurses can address these social determinants through social history inquiries, referrals, and advocacy. The conclusion emphasizes the need for nurses to be aware of patient cues and social issues, and the annotated bibliography provides a detailed summary of a key reference examining the link between unemployment and substance use among young adults. The assignment underscores the importance of nurses in supporting patients and connecting them with essential resources to improve mental health outcomes.