GAD
Can Generalized Anxiety Disorder coexist with other mental health disorders, such as depression.
True
This disorder is most frequently comorbid (co-occurring) with anxiety disorders
Depressive disorders
This form of therapy focuses on identifying and challenging negative thoughts that contribute to depression and anxiety.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Two possible symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
Trouble sleeping, Tense muscles, Nausea, Trouble focusing, Inability to concentrate, etc
This is not required to be diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder
A panic attack
This behavioral therapy involves gradually exposing patients to feared situations to reduce avoidance behaviors linked with anxiety and depression.
Exposure Therapy
This technique involves focusing on the present moment to help manage anxiety.
Mindfulness
Panic attack symptoms peak after about this many minutes
a.) 7 minutes b) 10 minutes c) 15 minutes d) 20 minutes
10 minutes
This CBT-based technique helps individuals identify and challenge irrational or catastrophic thinking patterns that contribute to anxiety.
Cognitive Restructuring
Two resources on campus that people can go to to cope or get help with their anxiety.
Wellness Studio and Student Counseling Services
This is not a part of the diagnostic criteria for generalized anxiety disorder
a.) Apathy b) Difficulty controlling worry c) Tension/feeling on edge d) Worry significantly impairs multiple domains of functioning
Apathy
This technique helps individuals consciously tense and then relax muscle groups to reduce physical tension caused by anxiety.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR)
This is the most common form of therapy that is used to help treat GAD
This disorder does not fall under the anxiety disorders category in the DSM-V?
a.) specific phobia b) selective mutism c) agoraphobia d) obsessive-compulsive disorder
obsessive-compulsive disorder
This transdiagnostic therapy, often used for GAD, teaches emotional regulation, mindfulness, and distress tolerance skills.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)