Schizophrenia
What symptom is this describing?
perceiving sensations that others do not perceive-- can affect any of the 5 senses but auditory are the most common.
Hallucinations
What are some symptoms of a manic episode?
Excited
Energetic
Reckless/ Impulsive
Irritable (easily annoyed)
And they have several of these signs:
✅ Feel super important or powerful
✅ Need very little sleep
✅ Talk much more than usual
✅ Thoughts race really fast
✅ Get distracted easily
✅ Do lots of activities or projects
✅ Make risky choices (spending lots of money, driving recklessly, unsafe behaviors)
What does the intensity of the symptoms need to be?
Severe: often impacts daily function, work, and relationships
What does PTSD stand for?
Post traumatic stress disorder
What is this symptom? strong, fixed beliefs that are not based on evidence or reality and are maintained even when presented with evidence that contradicts the belief.
Delusions
What does a person have to have in order to be diagnosed with Bipolar 1?
at least one manic episode.
For symptoms lasting 2 years or more, what is that diagnosis?
Persistent Depressive Disorder
What symptoms must be experienced in order to qualify for a PTSD diagnosis?
Stressor, avoidance, intrusion symptoms, Negative alterations in cognitions and mood, Alterations in arousal and reactivity.
How long would symptoms need to last for someone to meet diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia?
6 months
What does a person have to have in order to be diagnosed with Bipolar 2?
At least one hypomanic episode and At least one major depressive episode
How many symptoms must be present for a depressive disorder diagnosis?
at least 5 of 9 specific symptoms
What are some ways to help cope with unwanted distressing memories, images, or thoughts?
Remind yourself that they are just that, memories.
Remind yourself that it's natural to have some memories of the trauma(s).
Talk about them to someone you trust.
Remember that, although reminders of trauma can feel overwhelming, they often lessen
with time
What is this symptom? A restricted range of emotional expression. This manifests as a monotone voice, poor eye contact, and reduced facial expressions
Affective Flattening (Blunted Affect)
What are these symptoms a sign of?
episode lasts at least 4 days.
The person has:
More energy than usual
Talks more
Needs less sleep
Feels extra confident
Is more active
BUT it is not usually severe enough to cause major problems or hospitalization
Hypomania
What is this symptom? Inability to feel pleasure in activities that are usually considered to be pleasurable
Anhedonia
How can we cope with flashbacks?
Keep your eyes open. Look around you and notice where you are.
Talk to yourself. Remind yourself where you are, what year you're in, and that you are safe.
The trauma happened in the past, and you are in the present.
Get up and move around. Have a drink of water and wash your hands.
Call someone you trust and tell them what is happening.
Remind yourself that this is a common response after trauma.
Tell your counselor or doctor about the flashback(s)
What are some cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia?
Difficulty with working memory
Impaired executive functioning
Slower processing speed
Difficulty with memory
Trouble with reasoning or problem solving
How long would symptoms need to last for a major depressive episode in Bipolar 2 disorder?
At least 2 weeks
What screener do counselors use for depression?
Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ9)
How long do symptoms need to last in order to qualify for a PTSD diagnosis?
1 month