Symptoms
Symptoms associated with the depressed mood subtype is ______________(name 2)
depressed mood, fatigue, feelings of hopelessness, crying, withdrawing from others
What is the recommended therapy used?
CBT
True or false: depression is the same as sadness
False
Depression is considered a more persistent deep negative emotion that affects the way you think and behave. Sadness is a primary emotion that tends to be brief and less distressing
what is adjustment disorder?
a reaction to an event.
symptoms associated with the anxiety subtype are ____________
nervousness, worry, jitteriness, fear of separation from major attachment figures.
how limited is the use of medication associated with this disorder?
very limited
What is a trigger?
Everyone feels fear, sadness, anger, and other negative emotions. But for most people, these emotions have logical and proportionate causes. When these feelings seem to come from nowhere or be stronger than their cause warrants, it may be due to an emotional trigger.
what are the different ways stressors affect you?
they vary in how long they last, how strong they are, and what effect they have.
Body sensations associated with anxiety?
dry mouth, shakiness, dizziness, weakness, trouble breathing, fast breathing, chest pressure, sweating,. headache, nausea, diarrhea, tiredness, inability to sleep
Other types of treatment for Adjustment Disorder
Interpersonal psychotherapy, group therapy, family therapy, stress management
Possible anxiety triggers?
daily life hassles, major life changes (e.g., new school, new home, parents divorce, loss of loved one), feeling overwhelmed with responsibilities, feeling helpless, people, places, things, conversations, etc.
what percentage is it of having an adjustment disorder between male and female.
50/50
Signs of depression for teens?
using substances, problems at home or school, running away, thoughts of death, withdrawal, issues with eating or sleeping, low self-esteem, irritability or anger outbursts, loss of pleasure in life and not caring about activities you once enjoyed
Length of treatment?
Length of treatment is depending on patient and severity of symptoms. early discovery and getting professional help for your adolescent can reduce the severity of symptoms, enhance normal growth and development and improve your child’s quality of life.
unspecified adjustment disorder is unspecified why?
Reactions to stressful events that do not fit in one of the subtypes are present. Reactions may include behaviors like social withdrawal or inhibitions to normally expected activities, like school or work.
what are some events that cause an adjustment disorder in "adults"
death of family member or friend, or divorce, separation, or health issue
True or False: Therapy will help me get rid of the anxiety
False
Anxiety is a primary emotion and the goal of therapy is to reduce the frequency and intensity of the anxiety so it does not significantly impact daily life.
describe in detail what the cognitive behavioral approach improves.
Cognitive-behavioral approaches are used to improve age-appropriate problem-solving skills, communication skills, impulse control, anger management skills, and stress management skills.
Strategies to manage stress or emotional triggers?
exercise, good nutrition, getting enough sleep (8-10 hours), coping skills or self-care activities, counseling
what are some events that cause an adjustment disorder in adolescence.
A family move, the parents’ divorce or separation, the loss of a pet, or the birth of a sibling. A sudden illness or restriction to your child’s life due to chronic illness