Anxiety
the condition of feeling uneasy or worried about what may happen; a response to life events; feelings of insecurity, fear, self consciousness, panic; stress
depression
a prolonged feeling of helplessness, hopelessness and sadness; may produce symptoms that usually last a long time; major depression (intense and can last for months), mild depression (less intense but last for years) and adjustment disorder (reaction to s
coping with anxiety
stress management techniques; alcohol/drugs
warning signs of depression
sad or irritable mood
loss of interest in activities
signif change in appetite or weight
not sleeping/ oversleeping
physical signs of nervousness
loss of energy
feelings or worthlessness
difficulty concentrating
thoughts of death
causes and effects of depression
Caused by physical illness or medical condition
caused by traumatic life events
caused by social or environmental factors (harmful environ)
Symptoms:
changes in thinking (trouble making decisions)
changes in feelings (lost of feelings and interests or ple
apathy
lack of strong feeling, interest or concern
mental disorder
an illness of the mind that can affect the thought, feelings and behaviors of a person, preventing him or her from leading a happy healthful and productive life; many feel embarrassed or ashamed to get treatment
stigma
mark of shame or disapproval that results in an individ being shunned or rejected by others
anxiety disorder
condition in which real or imagined fears are difficult to control; one of most common health problems among teens; ppl try to avoid situations that make them feel anxious or fearful
phobia
strong, irrational fear of something specific; heights or social
OCD
persistent thoughts, fears or urges or obsessions leading to uncontrollable repetative behaviors; fear of germs leads to constant hand washing
panic disorder
attacks of sudden unexplained feelings of terror; accompanied by trembling, increased heart rate, shortness of breath or dizziness
PTSD
condition that may develop after exposure to a terrifying event; symptoms include flashbacks, nightmares, emotional numbness, guilt, sleeplessness, problems concentrating
GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder)
exaggerated worry tension for no reason; easily have difficulty concentrating, relaxing and sleeping
impulse control disorders
ppl with this disorder can't resist the urge to hurt themselves or others; usually begin in childhood; may cause physical harm to self or others; may cause financial harm and may lose friends
kleptomania
unplanned theft of objects
cutting
repetative cutting on parts of the body that can be hidden
pyromania
setting fires to feel pleasure or release tension
excessive gambling
continuing to gamble despite heavy losses
compulsive shopping
spending money on items that you cant afford and don't need
eating disorders
anorexia; bulimia; obesity; unhealthful weight loss or gain
mood disorder
illness that involves mood extremes that interfere with everyday living
conduct disorder
patterns of behavior in which the rights f others or basic social rules are violated;
stealing, cruelty, lying, aggression, violence, vandalism
schizophrenia
when a person loses contact with reality; delusions, hallucinations and thought disorders; ppl behave unpredictabily
alienation
feeling isolated and separated from everyone else; unable to cope with diff life experiences; may lack support from family and friends and be unable to access community resources for help; may seek to escape pain and consider suicide
suicide
act of intentionally taking one's own life; 17% of all teens from 15-19 consider suicide and half will attempt it
cluster suicides
series of suicides occurring within a short period of time and involving several people in the same school or community; may all know each other or share the same environmental factor (tragic event in community)
suicide risk factors
depression/mental disorders; alcohol/drugs: used to relieve pain/depression but really only increase self destructive behaviors
warning signs of suicide
direct statements as "I wish I were dead"
indirect statements as "I can't take it anymore"
writing poems, lyrics, diaries that deal with death
direct or indirect suicide threats
unusual obsession with death
withdrawal from friends
dramatic changes in pers
how you can help someone who is considering suicide
initiate a meaningful conversation
show support and ask questions
persuade person to seek help
listen
ppl seek help if...
feeling trapped
feelings that affect sleep, eating habits, schoolwork, job performance and relationships
becoming involved with alcohol and drugs
becoming increasingly aggressive, violent or reckless
when asking for help...
asking for help is a sign of inner strength; shows responsibility for one's own wellness
serious disorders, compulsions and addictions are complex and require professional intervention
sharing your thoughts with an objective, helpful individ can be a grea
counselor
professional who handles personal and educational matters
school psychologist
professional who specializes in assessment of learning, emotional and behavioral problems of school children
psychiatrist
a physician who diagnoses and treats mental disorders and can prescribe medications
neurologist
a physical who specializes in physical disorders of the brain and nervous system
clinical psychologist
a professional who diagnoses and treats emotional and behavioral disorders with counseling; some can prescribe meds
psychiatric social worker
a professional who provides guidance and treatment for emotional problems in a hospital, mental health clinic or family service angency
psychotherapy
an ongoing dialogue between a patient and a mental health professional; dialogue designed to find cause of problem and seek a solution
behavior therapy
a treatment process that focuses on changing unwanted behaviors through rewards and reinforcements
cognitive therapy
treatment method designed to identify and correct distorted thinking patterns that can lead to feelings and behaviors that may be troublesome, self defeating and self destructive
family therapy
helps the family function in more positive and constructive ways by exploring patterns in communication and providing support and education; most successful with all family to attend sessions
group therapy
treatment of a group of people who have similar problems and who meet regularly with a trained counselor
drug therapy
use of certain medications to treat or reduce the symptoms of a mental disorder (medical marijuana)
bipolar disorder
extreme mood changes, energy levels and behaviors; extreme highs to extreme lows instantly