What does stigma mean?
loss of reputation or respect associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person.
TRUE/FALSE: Medication can cure anxiety.
FALSE: It can help control the uncomfortable symptoms but it is not a cure.
Hanna gets really stressed out from having to do dishes everyday. What type of anxiety might she be experiencing?
Generalized
Phobias
Panic
Generalized Anxiety: GAD usually involves a persistent feeling of anxiety or dread that interferes with how you live your life.
define avoidance
the action of keeping away from or not doing something.
TRUE/FALSE: If you have a family member with depression you may be more likely to also have depression.
TRUE
What does PTSD stand for?
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Name 2 stress coping strategies we have studied that could help someone who is struggling with anxiety?
progressive muscle relaxation
mindfulness meditation
Guided Imagery
Box Breathing Technique
When even thinking about having to give a presentation to her colleagues, Elena's heart races, she begins to sweat and hyperventilates.
What type of anxiety might she be experiencing?
Generalized
Phobias
Panic
Phobias: An immediate feeling of intense fear, anxiety and panic when exposed to or even thinking about the source of your fear.
What is the second step of the cycle of anxiety?
AVOIDANCE
Women are ___x as likely to develop depression.
2x
Which two mental illnesses have a common symptom of irritability?
Depression
Anxiety
Substance Use Disorder
Eating Disorders
PTSD
Anxiety
PTSD
If a patient is taking medication for anxiety, what other treatment should they use at the same time?
therapy
What type of anxiety does Ms. Francis have?
Generalized
Phobias
Panic
Generalized
What is the first step of the cycle of anxiety?
Being confronted with something that causes you anxiety
Which type of therapy is most effective for depression?
CBT
Cognitive Behavioral therapy
Which two mental illnesses have a common symptom of difficulty sleeping?
Depression
Anxiety
Describe exposure therapy.
Exposure therapy is a technique in behavior therapy to treat anxiety disorders. Exposure therapy involves exposing the target patient to the anxiety source or its context without the intention to cause any danger. Doing so is thought to help them overcome their anxiety or distress
List 3 COMMON things a person may experience when having a panic attack.
What are the long term effects of avoidance?
higher anxiety, possibly developing an anxiety disorder
How long may it take SSRI* medications to reach their full effect?
*Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
6 weeks
Which two mental illnesses have a common symptom of a loss of interest in things once enjoyed?
PTSD
Depression
Name 4 possible treatments for anxiety.
medication
exposure therapy
relaxation skills
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Name the 3 types of anxiety disorders.
Generalized
Phobias
Panic
The cycle of anxiety is also called the cycle of _______.
AVOIDANCE
Over ____% of those diagnosed with depression also suffer from anxiety.
50%