Acronyms

Mental Health Terms &
Acronyms Explained

PMI

Person with Mental Illness

Founded organizations supporting persons with schizophrenia and caregivers, and promoted awareness, rehabilitation, and community-based recovery initiatives.

OPD

Outpatient Department

A service where individuals receive consultations, assessments, and treatment without being admitted to a residential facility.

REBT

Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy

A therapeutic approach that helps individuals identify and change unhelpful thoughts, beliefs, and emotional responses.

CBT

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

A structured form of therapy that focuses on changing negative thinking patterns and behaviours.

ADL

Activities of Daily Living

Basic everyday tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, and personal hygiene.

PwD

Person with Disability

An individual who has a long-term physical, intellectual, mental, or sensory impairment.