Anxiety disorders:Diagnosis and Treatment
... worry more days than not for at least 6 months about a number of events and they find it difficult to control the worry. 3 or more of the following symptoms: ...
... worry more days than not for at least 6 months about a number of events and they find it difficult to control the worry. 3 or more of the following symptoms: ...
Criticisms, Limitations, and Benefits of the DSM-5
... (ADHD) in the manual. There is a lot of debate about whether this disorder is overdiagnosed (Frances, 2013a). Of course, to know whether it is over-diagnosed we would have to know the real prevalence of ADHD in the population, but that is extremely difficult to determine. Nevertheless, the inclusion ...
... (ADHD) in the manual. There is a lot of debate about whether this disorder is overdiagnosed (Frances, 2013a). Of course, to know whether it is over-diagnosed we would have to know the real prevalence of ADHD in the population, but that is extremely difficult to determine. Nevertheless, the inclusion ...
Case #4 Dr. Boafo CBL Seminars (Anxiety Disorders)
... pervasive and impairing anxiety disorders in youth. TCAs are a second-line treatment due to side effects and less overall efficacy. Benzodiazepines are less commonly used due to risk of dependency, better alternatives, disinhibition. Atypical antipsychotics may have a role. ...
... pervasive and impairing anxiety disorders in youth. TCAs are a second-line treatment due to side effects and less overall efficacy. Benzodiazepines are less commonly used due to risk of dependency, better alternatives, disinhibition. Atypical antipsychotics may have a role. ...
psychological disorders
... Bipolar disorder (manic-depression) • Periods of severe depression alternating with periods of mania Unipolar depression (major depression) One of the most common Not just feeling a little sad or blue Seasonal Affective Disorder Suicide ...
... Bipolar disorder (manic-depression) • Periods of severe depression alternating with periods of mania Unipolar depression (major depression) One of the most common Not just feeling a little sad or blue Seasonal Affective Disorder Suicide ...
The DES and Beyond: Screening for Dissociative Disordered Clients
... When given the DES, dissociative clients may have one or more of the following experiences and responses. Remember, different parts will often answer the same question differently depending on the part’s range of experience and knowledge and amnesia: • It may be the first time a client hears a descr ...
... When given the DES, dissociative clients may have one or more of the following experiences and responses. Remember, different parts will often answer the same question differently depending on the part’s range of experience and knowledge and amnesia: • It may be the first time a client hears a descr ...
0-3 Diagnostic Classification System
... although as noted in the administration manual “the axes in [the DC: 0-3] are not intended to be entirely symmetrical with other such systems as DSM IV and ICD-10 because this system, in dealing with infants and young children, focuses on developmental issues. Dynamic processes, such as relationship ...
... although as noted in the administration manual “the axes in [the DC: 0-3] are not intended to be entirely symmetrical with other such systems as DSM IV and ICD-10 because this system, in dealing with infants and young children, focuses on developmental issues. Dynamic processes, such as relationship ...
Anxiety Disorders
... something in front of others May be situation or context (e.g. performance versus interaction anxiety) specific Fear of one’s own behaviour causing negative attention from others ...
... something in front of others May be situation or context (e.g. performance versus interaction anxiety) specific Fear of one’s own behaviour causing negative attention from others ...
Sensory Processing in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
... Social competence is gained through interactions with others during social activities.21 Difficulty with the development of social relationships is another diagnostic characteristic of ASD,1 and, here too, the presence of sensory modulation disorders may further amplify these deficits. Several studi ...
... Social competence is gained through interactions with others during social activities.21 Difficulty with the development of social relationships is another diagnostic characteristic of ASD,1 and, here too, the presence of sensory modulation disorders may further amplify these deficits. Several studi ...
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... of delusional intensity and is not restricted to concern about appearance. Additionally, the disturbance causes clinically significant amount of distress and last at least six months. If criteria are met specify if individual has poor insight. Interestingly enough, Allen and Hollander (2004) in thei ...
... of delusional intensity and is not restricted to concern about appearance. Additionally, the disturbance causes clinically significant amount of distress and last at least six months. If criteria are met specify if individual has poor insight. Interestingly enough, Allen and Hollander (2004) in thei ...
DSM-5: The Future of Psychiatric Diagnosis
... disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, substance abuse and childhood disorders; 4. Display practice application understanding of specific medications for specific disorders and intervention concerns with special populations. 5. Display advanced competence in the development of differen ...
... disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, substance abuse and childhood disorders; 4. Display practice application understanding of specific medications for specific disorders and intervention concerns with special populations. 5. Display advanced competence in the development of differen ...
Substance Abuse and Dependence, Alcohol and Opiates
... 2. Withdrawal- show withdrawal symptoms; or using other sub to relieve withdrawal, 3. Sub is taken in larger amnts or over a longer period of time than was intended 4. Unsuccessful efforts to cut down, control use 5. Spends a long time in: obtaining the sub, using the substance, or recovering from i ...
... 2. Withdrawal- show withdrawal symptoms; or using other sub to relieve withdrawal, 3. Sub is taken in larger amnts or over a longer period of time than was intended 4. Unsuccessful efforts to cut down, control use 5. Spends a long time in: obtaining the sub, using the substance, or recovering from i ...
PSYC 100 Chapter 14
... Since its inclusion in the DSM in 1980s, the diagnosis have increased dramatically. DID is predominantly diagnosed in the U.S. and is thought to be the response of highly imaginative people to hypnosis and fishing by therapists. Evidence suggests DID is related to PTSD – many individuals with ...
... Since its inclusion in the DSM in 1980s, the diagnosis have increased dramatically. DID is predominantly diagnosed in the U.S. and is thought to be the response of highly imaginative people to hypnosis and fishing by therapists. Evidence suggests DID is related to PTSD – many individuals with ...
The Role of Melatonin in Autism Spectrum Disorders
... ii. Asperger's disorder (Asperger syndrome) iii. Pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) iv. Rett's disorder (Rett syndrome) v. Childhood disintegrative disorder (CDD) e. Currently, the terminology autism spectrum disorder is not defined in the DSM-IV-TR f. Currently, in p ...
... ii. Asperger's disorder (Asperger syndrome) iii. Pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) iv. Rett's disorder (Rett syndrome) v. Childhood disintegrative disorder (CDD) e. Currently, the terminology autism spectrum disorder is not defined in the DSM-IV-TR f. Currently, in p ...
Introduction To DSM-5- Part II
... disorders due to a general medical condition and substance-induced anxiety disorder – Reflect recognition that substances, medication and medical conditions can present with symptoms similar to primary OC and related disorders such as pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS) * Codes ar ...
... disorders due to a general medical condition and substance-induced anxiety disorder – Reflect recognition that substances, medication and medical conditions can present with symptoms similar to primary OC and related disorders such as pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS) * Codes ar ...
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AND CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY (PAT …
... Generally treatable with pharmacotherapy (typically SSRIs, benzodiazepines) Cognitive-behavioural therapy is an important component of any treatment plan Etiology is complex and multifactorial, and varies with the disorder ...
... Generally treatable with pharmacotherapy (typically SSRIs, benzodiazepines) Cognitive-behavioural therapy is an important component of any treatment plan Etiology is complex and multifactorial, and varies with the disorder ...
Eating Disorders: A Growing Problem
... Unlike their female counterparts who are typically preoccupied with becoming smaller, many males are focused on increased muscle mass. This often leads to obsessive exercise and highly restrictive eating. Anyone however, male or female, can become addicted to exercise. ...
... Unlike their female counterparts who are typically preoccupied with becoming smaller, many males are focused on increased muscle mass. This often leads to obsessive exercise and highly restrictive eating. Anyone however, male or female, can become addicted to exercise. ...
Eating disorders and anxiety
... in weight and attempting to stick to stringent self-imposed ‘rules’ about exercise and food. For someone experiencing both these conditions, it can be difficult for them to identify which one began first. There are some overlaps in symptoms of anxiety and eating disorders. Anxiety about eating, weig ...
... in weight and attempting to stick to stringent self-imposed ‘rules’ about exercise and food. For someone experiencing both these conditions, it can be difficult for them to identify which one began first. There are some overlaps in symptoms of anxiety and eating disorders. Anxiety about eating, weig ...
this PDF file - Journal of Research and Practice in K
... Disorders. These disorders include exposure to a traumatic or stressful event from which clients may exhibit internalizing symptoms like fear and anxiety, but may also demonstrate anhedonic and dysphoric symptoms, externalizing angry and aggressive symptoms, or dissociative symptoms (APA, 2013). As ...
... Disorders. These disorders include exposure to a traumatic or stressful event from which clients may exhibit internalizing symptoms like fear and anxiety, but may also demonstrate anhedonic and dysphoric symptoms, externalizing angry and aggressive symptoms, or dissociative symptoms (APA, 2013). As ...
Psychological Disorders
... Twin studies of mood disorders. The concordance rate for mood disorders in identical twins is much higher than that for fraternal twins, who share less genetic overlap. These results suggest that there must be a genetic predisposition to mood disorders. The disparity in concordance between the two t ...
... Twin studies of mood disorders. The concordance rate for mood disorders in identical twins is much higher than that for fraternal twins, who share less genetic overlap. These results suggest that there must be a genetic predisposition to mood disorders. The disparity in concordance between the two t ...
Anxiety, Mood, and Substance Use Disorders in
... of their effect on the central nervous system (usually referred to as intoxication or "high") or to prevent or reduce withdrawal symptoms. These mental disorders form a subcategory of the substance-related disorders. ...
... of their effect on the central nervous system (usually referred to as intoxication or "high") or to prevent or reduce withdrawal symptoms. These mental disorders form a subcategory of the substance-related disorders. ...
Irritable mood and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
... Background: The terms 'irritable mood' and 'irritability' have been applied to describe and define a variety of different categories in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). More precise diagnostic terms and concepts are needed. Methods: A concise critical historical revie ...
... Background: The terms 'irritable mood' and 'irritability' have been applied to describe and define a variety of different categories in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). More precise diagnostic terms and concepts are needed. Methods: A concise critical historical revie ...
The Surprising History of Passive
... understanding of diagnostic categories have in recent decades changed. The disorder is thus a useful litmus test for establishing whether categories in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) have undergone a type of “diagnostic bracket creep” (Peter Kramer’s term) with signi ...
... understanding of diagnostic categories have in recent decades changed. The disorder is thus a useful litmus test for establishing whether categories in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) have undergone a type of “diagnostic bracket creep” (Peter Kramer’s term) with signi ...
Psychotic Disorders Handout
... variety of types. Delusions are most commonly persecutory, but may be somatic, grandiose, religious or nihilistic. They are influenced by culture, and none is specific to any one disorder (such as schizophrenia). (The cartoon is an example of a delusion of reference: that something that is independe ...
... variety of types. Delusions are most commonly persecutory, but may be somatic, grandiose, religious or nihilistic. They are influenced by culture, and none is specific to any one disorder (such as schizophrenia). (The cartoon is an example of a delusion of reference: that something that is independe ...
Bipolar Disorders - National Association of School Psychologists
... course of bipolar disorder in adults. Although the Geller study requires replication, no other characteristics of baseline symptoms that were assessed (e.g., MDD, ODD or CD, psychosis, mixed mania, continuous cycling, or global functioning) predicted relapse. However, the presence of psychosis at ba ...
... course of bipolar disorder in adults. Although the Geller study requires replication, no other characteristics of baseline symptoms that were assessed (e.g., MDD, ODD or CD, psychosis, mixed mania, continuous cycling, or global functioning) predicted relapse. However, the presence of psychosis at ba ...
Factors associated with poor response in cognitive
... reporting embarrassing thoughts/behaviors, particularly those involving aggressive, sexual, and religious themes. Additionally, limited insight, parental difficulty in recognizing symptoms, and the lack of awareness about the availability of efficacious treatment may contribute to underdiagnosis and ...
... reporting embarrassing thoughts/behaviors, particularly those involving aggressive, sexual, and religious themes. Additionally, limited insight, parental difficulty in recognizing symptoms, and the lack of awareness about the availability of efficacious treatment may contribute to underdiagnosis and ...