Tina shows all these symtoms. | 1b. Based upon your review of Tina's symptoms and the diagnostic criteria, could Tina be diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder or not (and if not, why not)? |Based on the review of symptoms and the criteria for generalized anxiety disorder I would say that Tina would be diagnosed with this | |disorder. | Diagnosing Specific Phobia: 2a.
| 1b. Based upon your review of Tina's symptoms and the diagnostic criteria, could Tina be diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder or not (and if not, why not)? |Yes, Tina does fit the criteria needed to be diagnosed as suffering from Generalized Anxiety Disorder as she fits the majority of the | |generalized criteria as listed above. | Diagnosing Specific Phobia: 2a. Refer to the DSM-IV checklist for specific phobia.
Case Study: Anxiety Answer Sheet Diagnosing Tina Student Name: Floyd Meeks Diagnosing Generalized Anxiety Disorder: 1a. Refer to the DSM-IV checklist for generalized anxiety disorder. Which of Tina's symptoms meet any of the criteria? (Be sure to match specific symptoms with specific criteria.) |Tina symptoms meet the criteria refer from the DSM-IV checklist.
CASE STUDY: DEPRESSION ANSWER SHEET Ellen: Depression and Suicidality Student Name: Diagnosing Ellen 1a. Refer to the DSM-IV checklist and list all symptoms that Ellen has that match the criteria for major depressive episode. Which of Ellen's symptoms meet any of the criteria? (Be sure to match specific symptoms with specific criteria.) |Ellen believes she is experiencing a severe case of depression.
Critically discuss the role of psychosocial interventions in the management of anxiety. Anxiety is a feeling of being worried, nervous or afraid of something happening. According to the No.1 (American Psychiatric Association, 2013) anxiety include disorders that share features of extreme fear and behavioral disturbances. Fear may be considered to be an emotional response to real or perceived threat, whereas, anxiety is anticipation of future threat. (American Psychiatric Association, 2013).
Due to her reclusive behavior and lack of human interaction she has fallen into recession, not bothering with outdoor activities or socialization. These symptoms in conjunction with the proximate birth of her daughter have made it seem clear that Sofia is suffering from postpartum disorder. As a result of this, it was recommended that Sofia seek out a therapist or counselor. The function of the therapist is to promote the patient’s analysis which directs towards having the client experience themselves and their motivations, working to better understand that which is within, both values, assumptions, and ideals (Mulhauser). While there are a many possible process through which counseling may be sought, that of person-centered theory or client-centered therapy is that which is most relevant to Sofia.
Discuss the relationship between stress, anxiety, habits and phobias and describe how you would treat these issues with hypnotherapy Simon Wakefield MANCH 1A (A) Debbie Waller – Word Count - 1980 Though all different and separate conditions, there are also strong links or connections between stress, anxiety, habits and phobias. Each condition can cause or exacerbate the other and each condition has the potential to become completely debilitating. I intend to talk about each of the issues separately to show my understanding of them, and attempt to show the relationship between them through the use of examples and quotes from my research. Stress ‘Stress is a negative emotional feeling resulting from a person feeling a mismatch between the environment and their ability to cope with that environment’ (www.gotosee.co.uk – 3/5/11) Fear is usually the main contributing factor in cases of stress and it is important to understand that feelings of stress can arise from almost any situation that we can think of. Fear of the dentist, fear of dogs, fear of flying, all these things and many more can bring around feelings of stress.
(Murray, pg.2) As a nurse you deal with a lot of physical, mental and emotional stress. The stressed nurse may show physical sign of stress such as high blood pressure, headaches, nausea, chest pains and fatigue to just name a few. The behavioral signs are becoming withdrawn, under or over eating, and becoming accident prone and careless. (Murray, pg.4) The emotional signs of a nurse who may not be managing there stress are irritable, angers easily, depression and anxious. These symptoms can compromise the care of a patient or patients if not managed correctly.
Explanation of Human Behavior Case Study Explanations of Human Behaviour: The Psychodynamic and Cognitive Theories. This essay will purport to discuss the case study of Suzy. Suzy presents with symptoms of two mood disorders, namely depression and anxiety. The two theoretical perspectives that will be used are Psychodynamic theory and Cognitive theory. Suzy’s depression and anxiety present with certain symptoms.
The Psychology behind Abnormal Psychology and Antisocial Personality Disorder Psychology 303 Professor Matheson May 16, 2010 Abstract The field of abnormal psychology researches the nature of psychopathology, including theories and research regarding its causes, and in turn, this data is applied in clinical psychology to treat patients with psychological disorders. Whereas numerous disorders vacillate as far as existence and intensity of symptoms, personality disorders characteristically stay comparatively constant. Personality disorders generate a maladaptive pattern of beliefs, feelings, thoughts, and behaviors that can produce severe damage to relationships and other areas of life. Even though descriptions, evaluations, and classifications of mental disorders can differ, guideline criterion is listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association, DSM -IV-TR. The precise types of personality disorders are categorized and grouped into three clusters on the basis of analogous characteristics and symptoms.