Depression
What is Depression?
Depression (also known as: major depression, major depressive disorder, or clinical depression) is a common, but serious, mood disorder. It causes sever symptoms that affect how a person feels, things, and handles daily activities such as sleeping, eating, and/or working.
What is Anxiety?
Anxiety is often an intense, excessive, and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations. This can involved repeated episodes of sudden feelings of intense anxiety and fear or terror that reach a peak within minutes (also known as panic attacks). These feelings of anxiety and panic often interfere with daily activities, are difficult to control, are out of proportion to the actual danger, and can last a long time.
Who are the MHT's?
Mayra and Sheryl
How can we perform proper hygiene?
Shower regularly
No strong perfumes or cologne
Wash your hands often while at group: especially after using the bathroom
Use Hand Sanitizer often, especially before eating!
Which dance from the 60's created the largest craze?
What is.. The Twist
What are healthy coping skills?
Journaling, Being active, Self-care, Laughing, Healthier foods, Mindfulness, Meditation, and Meditation.
Symptoms of Anxiety
Trembling
Feeling weak or tired
Trouble concentrating or thinking about anything other than the present worry.
Having trouble sleeping experiencing gastrointestinal (GI) problems
Having difficulty controlling worry
Having the urge to avoid things that trigger anxiety
Feelings of nervous, restless, or tense
Having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom
Having an increased heart rate
Breathing rapidly (hyperventilation)
Sweating
Who is the Medical Director of the Heritage Program?
Dr. Langford
Name a current safety hazard in your home?
Rug, small pet, and clutter
What infamous line did the crew of Apollo 13 utter in the 1970's?
What is... "Houston, we have a problem"
What are 5 signs of depression?
Persistent sad, anxiety, or “empty” mood
Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism
Feelings of irritability, frustration, or restlessness
Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness
Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities
Decreased energy, fatigue, or feeling slowed down
Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
Difficulty sleeping, waking early in the morning, or oversleeping
Changes in appetite or unplanned weight changes
Physical aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems that do not have clear physical causes and do not go away with treatment.
Thoughts of death or suicide or suicide attempts
Types of Anxiety?
GAD, Agoraphobia, Panic Disorder, Anxiety due to Medical Condition, Separation Anxiety, and OCD
What can a Case Manager do for you?
They can help arrange individual and/or family sessions if needed.
They voice any concerns I have!
They relay information to the Medical Director
(Dr. Langford)
They complete my monthly treatment plan
They work as a TEAM to resolve any issues I may be having with the program, peers, or services at Heritage.
How can you make your environment safe?
Hand rails, walkways clear of debris, rug free, and nightlights.
What did the California Medical Association call a medical menace in 1964?
What is... A skateboard
What are different types of Depression?
Major Depression, Persistent Depressive Disorder, Perinatal Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder, Depression with Symptoms of Psychosis
What is a treatment for anxiety?
What is
•Dietary Adjustments
•Building Self- Esteem
•Structured Problem Solving
•Support Groups and Education
•Learning to be assertive
•Medications
CBT and Behavior therapy
Why is it important to attend all scheduled groups?
What is... Insurance will not pay, group topics are focused on certain group members, and staff members worry about you.
True or False: You should throw away your at the end of group?
False
In 1986, the first fatal accident involving an American Spacecraft in flight occurred. What was the name of the space shuttle?
What is... The Challenger
Medical Diagnosis “Often” Associated with Depression
Diabetes, Cancer, Heart Disease, Thyroid Disease, and Parkinson's Disease
What is the cause of anxiety?
What is Genetic, Environmental, Trauma, or all three
What are the treatment requirements for the Heritage Program?
•Attend Your Scheduled Days!!
–Dr. and The Clinical Team Decide How Many Days You Attend
–This Is Reported To Your Insurance
–You Are Required to Attend That Many Days For Your Insurance To Pay
•See The Dr
–You Are REQUIRED By Your Insurance To See The Dr ONCE A MONTH
•Participate
–Learn From The Group
–Share With The Group
•Use What You Learn!
What are 5 group rules and why are they important?
Confidentiality
Be respectful to yourself and others
NO politics or controversial topics
NO food or drink on the van
No distractions during group
In the 1990's, Scientist managed to clone a sheep. What was the sheep's name?
What is... Dolly