Anxiety & Depression
A prolonged feeling of helplessness, hopelessness, and sadness
What is depression?
Illness of the mind that can affect thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, preventing him or her from leading a happy, healthful, and productive life
What is mental disorder?
The act of intentionally taking ones own life
What is suicide?
Handles personal/school matters
What is counselor?
Less severe symptoms, but can last for years
What is mild depression?
Real or imagined fears are difficult to control (Phobia, OCD, PTSD)
What is anxiety disorder?
Feeling isolated and separated from everyone else
What is alienation?
Assessment of learning, emotional, and behavior problems
What is a school psychologist?
Intense feelings; lasting weeks or months at a time
Can't resist the urge to cause harm to themselves or others (Cutting, Compulsive shopping)
What is impulse control disorder?
Depression or other mental problems, history of alcohol or drug abuse
What is suicide risk factors?
Physician that can diagnose/treat mental disorders of brain/nervous system
What is psychiatrist?
The condition of feeling uneasy or worried about what may happen
What is anxiety?
Unable to regulate their emotions. Cause is unknown
What is personality disorder?
The 3rd leading cause of death for teens 15-19
What is suicide?
Physician of physical disorders of brain/nervous system
What is neurologist?
Depression is treatable with _________?
What is medications, changes of environment, or counseling?
Illness that involves mood extremes that interfere with everyday living (more extreme than the normal high and lows)
What is mood disorder?
Direct statements "I wish I were dead" , Indirect statements "I can't take it..."
What is recognizing warning signs?
Diagnose/treat emotional and behavior disorders
What is clinical psychologist?