Preventive Psychiatry in Mental Health Nursing Definition Preventive psychiatry is a branch of mental health care that focuses on identifying, reducing, and eliminating factors that contribute to mental health disorders. It emphasizes early intervention and promotion of mental well-being to prevent the onset or progression of mental illnesses. Goals of Preventive Psychiatry Levels of Prevention in Psychiatry Principles of Preventive Psychiatry Risk and Protective Factors in Mental Health Role of