George
George cannot sit still, is always fidgeting, and has difficulty staying focused. What kind of disorder does he have?
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Michelle feels worthless and in a constant sad state, she feels that her life has no purpose. What kind of disorder does she have?
Depressive Disorder
Delilah refuses to eat, believes she's fat, and also exercises excessively. What kind of disorder does she suffer from?
Anorexia Nervosa
Harry cannot stop checking to see if his stable pen is locked even though he has already checked it numerous times. What kind of disorder does he have?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Brock sometimes feels very excited and full of energy, but other times is very sad and unmotivated and is rarely in the middle. What kind of disorder does Brock suffer from?
Brock has Bipolar Disorder.
What kind of disorder category does ADHD fall under?
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
What is a biomedical treatment for depression?
Antidepressants such as Prozac and Zoloft, SSRI's, and ECT.
What is a treatment for Anorexia Nervosa?
Talk therapy can be used to help boost self-esteem and change behaviors.
What kind of disorder is OCD?
OCD is a type of anxiety disorder.
What is a biomedical treatment option for Brock?
A biomedical treatment option would be antipsychotic drugs like Thorazine, Risperdal, and Zyprexa. Antidepressants also work as well as lithium to stabilize mood swings.
Is there a cure for ADHD?
Nope, ADHD is chronic and although certain things can suppress the symptoms it won't fully go away.
What are the two kinds of depressive disorder?
Major and Persistent Depressive Disorder
What kind of disorder is Anorexia Nervosa?
Eating disorder
What kind of treatment will be used to help Harry?
Harry can try both Psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy to help reduce his symptoms.
What are the two types of Bipolar disorder and which is more severe?
Bipolar 1 is more severe than Bipolar 2 with higher highs and lower lows.
What is an example of a treatment for George?
Stimulants that increase brain activity to help with focusing or behavior therapy.
What are some other types of unique depressive Disorders?
Postpartum depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder.
What are some other eating disorders besides the one Deliliah suffers from?
Bulimia Nervosa and Binge eating disorders.
What is the difference between obsessions and compulsions?
Obsessions are repeated thoughts whereas compulsions are repeated actions.
Can Brock be cured from Bipolar disorder?
Unfortunately there is no cure for bipolar disorder just treatments that decrease the symptoms.
What is another example of a neurodevelopmental disorder?
Tic/Tourettes disorder, Autism-Spectrum Disorder,
What is a different type of treatment that would be effective for Michelle?
Psychotherapy, or talk therapy, is another way to help decrease Michelles depression.
What are some causes of Anorexia Nervosa?
Body image issues, depression/anxiety, or family history of eating disorders.
What are other types of Anxiety disorders besides OCD?
Some other anxiety disorders include Generalized Anxiety Disorder, PTSD, and Panic Disorder.
What kind of neurotransmitters are affected in bipolar disorder?
Serotonin and Norepinephrine are at decreased levels during depression and overabundant levels during mania.