Which of the following interventions represents tertiary prevention for mental illness?
A) Providing crisis intervention after a hurricane
B) Leading a self-help group for adults with a history of alcohol abuse
C) Screening the residents of a community for depression
D) Educating adolescents about substance abuse
Ans: B
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Tertiary prevention is the final level of prevention. Its focus is rehabilitation and ways to minimize residual effects for people who have encountered mental health problems. Examples include social skills training, vocational rehabilitation, self-help groups, systems of care and wraparound for children and families, and sufficient residential and independent living services.
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