Signs and Symptoms
What are the causes of schizophrenia?
Unknown research shows that it may be related to genetics.
What can help depression?
The thing that can help depression is talking to someone. i.e., a therapist or mental health professional
What does PTSD stand for?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
What does OCD stand for?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
What is a common sign of anorexia nervosa where individuals restrict their food intake excessively?
Severe weight loss or being significantly underweight.
Which of these are a symptom of schizophrenia?
Hallucinations and lack of motivation
3 things that can help OCD
mindfulness, try sleeping a lot, think about your diet and eat healthy, exercise.
What mental illness has these symptoms: having low self-esteem and feeling tearful.
Depression
What is PTSD?
PTSD us when you have flashbacks of traumatic experiences or events.
What repetitive behavior or thoughts might someone with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) experience?
Compulsions or obsessions such as repeated hand-washing or checking things repeatedly.
Name 3 symptoms of depression.
Feeling guilt ridden, feeling tearful, feeling hopeless and helpless.
What's a cure for PTSD?
There is no cure.
How can you get PTSD?
You can get it from exposure to previous traumatic experiences or events. Ex: war.
Depression can last for weeks, months, or even years.
What might someone with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) experience when reminded of a traumatic event?
flashbacks, nightmares, or intense fear and anxiety
What are the symptoms of PTSD ?
Jumpiness, impaired cognition, and sweating.
What type of doctor or specialist do you need to see for PTSD?
Psychotherapist
Who first identified schizophrenia as a mental illness?
What distinguishes panic disorder from general anxiety disorder in terms of symptoms and experiences?
Panic disorder is characterized by sudden and intense episodes of fear or panic, often accompanied by physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat and shortness of breath, whereas generalized anxiety disorder involves persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life.
What are the two main mood states that individuals with Bipolar Disorder alternate between?
manic episodes (periods of high energy and impulsivity) and depressive episodes (periods of low mood and energy)
What are common signs of bipolar disorder, and how do they differ between manic and depressive episodes?
Signs include extreme mood swings, energy changes, impaired judgment, and disrupted sleep. Manic episodes feature high energy and impulsivity, while depressive episodes involve low mood and fatigue.
What are some common components of treatment for individuals with anorexia nervosa, and why are they important?
Treatment typically includes medical management, nutritional counseling, psychotherapy, and sometimes medication to address physical and psychological aspects of the disorder.
Who discovered OCD?
Karl Friedrich
What are some positive symptoms of schizophrenia, and how do they manifest in individuals with the disorder?
Positive symptoms include hallucinations (perceiving things that are not actually there), delusions (strongly held false beliefs), disorganized thinking or speech, and disorganized behavior. These symptoms can vary greatly among individuals but often lead to significant impairments in daily functioning.
What physical symptom is commonly experienced during a panic attack?
rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, or feeling dizzy or lightheaded