Running Head: FLUOXETINE AND COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY Treatment of Depression in Adolescents: Effectiveness of Combing Fluoxetine and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Elizabeth Bledsoe Truman State University Abstract Adolescents face depression due to many stressors they experience. Symptoms of depression can range from irregular sleep patterns to suicide. Antidepressants are commonly used to treat depression. The most noted antidepressant is fluoxetine, also known as Prozac. Studies have shown that fluoxetine use alone is somewhat effective in treating depression; however, newer treatments need to be found.
Discuss the function of research in a chosen area of interests Is there link between dementia and depression? In this task I'm going to analyse the link between depression and dementia, what impact have it on peoples lives such as quality of life and what is the function of research in this area. As a researchers work to reveal background of dementia disease the most interesting area of research is depression and its connection to dementia. People who have significant depression are more likely to develop depression further in life as well people with dementia who suffer from depression. If it’s left untreated it makes them even more confused and forgetful which affect quality of of life even more.The research in this particularly
I would need to be structured, creative, and positive to help her find ways to deal with the Alzheimer’s. - Location of Treatment I will treat Mrs. Sanders as an out-patient unless her Alzheimer’s becomes so sever that she can no longer care for herself or is a danger to herself. - Interventions to be used I will educate Mrs. Sanders on depression and Alzheimer’s disease. I will do some individual therapy with her to help her deal with the problems in her life and to prepare her for what will come. -Emphasis of
Dementia is generally not diagnosed after the individual’s first GP appointment. However health care staff should consider making a referral to NICE (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence) when the individual is showing any signs of mild cognitive impairment for an assessment. 3.3 Describe how myths and stereotypes related to dementia may affect the individual and their
Anticonvulsants are prescribed to those who have signs of rapid cycling or mixed episodes. Lastly, antidepressants are prescribed to those with stage 1 bipolar and they also receive a mood stabilizer. Therapy is also known to help people with this disorder. Family therapy helps the families work through issues that may be causing the episodes to be more frequent or severe. It also helps the family get a better understanding of what is going on with their loved one and how they can fix the environment around them to decrease the
Borderline Personality Disorder Borderline personality disorder is a disorder that affects mental health and causes major emotional instability. It can lead to other mental as well as behavioral problems. A person with borderline personality disorder usually has a very distorted self-image and often feels worthless. He/she often experiences frequent mood swings, anger, and impulsiveness, which may push people away, even if he wants to have meaningful relationships. Don’t despair if you have this type of personality disorder.
As a health care provider emotional support should be provided by listening, focusing, responding from your gut and leaving hope in tack. It is important to recognize that some depression is normal although, when it begins to interfere with activities of daily living the patient or their family member may need to be referred to a psychiatrist for psychotherapy and anti-depressants. If a patient reaches the acceptance stage the health care provider is able to help select treatment options that best suit the patient and family members as well help them gain access to needed health care providers and or appropriate care settings. Aide in any funeral arrangements they may want to make. Assist with saying good-byes
Which of the research methodologies from the textbook would you choose to conduct your proposed study? I would choose Clinical psychologist they help people with psychological disorders adjust to the demands of life. The clinical psychologists evaluate problems such as anxiety and depression through interviews and psychological tests. They help clients resolve problems and change self-defeating behaviors. A.
Discuss one or more explanations of the breakdown of Romantic Relationships The breakdown of romantic relationships is a long-term psychological process involving internal reflection, discussion with a partner, consultation with social networks. Duck suggested there are three main reasons for why a relationship breaks down. Lack of skills suggests that partners may lack the interpersonal skills to make relationships work. For instance, individuals who lack social skills may not be very good conversationalists and thus may be unrewarding in their interactions with other people. The lack of social skills may end a relationship early or prevent one from starting.
It can be more daunting and self-esteem crushing that a person has the possibility of losing their ability to function independently as a result of an illness that affects their mind. A person’s psychological well-being all depends on how they adapt and accept the diagnosis, disabilities and the implications that come with Multiple Sclerosis. They must also think about the possibility of psychological impairment as a result of