Off-Label Use of Atypical Antipsychotics: An Update
... Overall, a class effect of the atypical antipsychotics for each disorder cannot be assumed, and for most atypicals, adequate supporting evidence for either efficacy or comparative effectiveness is still lacking for many indications. The trade-offs between risks and benefits (especially in the elderl ...
... Overall, a class effect of the atypical antipsychotics for each disorder cannot be assumed, and for most atypicals, adequate supporting evidence for either efficacy or comparative effectiveness is still lacking for many indications. The trade-offs between risks and benefits (especially in the elderl ...
DSM-5: An Overview of the Major Changes
... recognized the work of the Veteran's Administration and its ability to bring organization out of chaos. However, they thought the VA had overstepped its boundaries by diagnosing mental disorders, which was clearly the purview of psychiatry. As a result the American Psychiatric Association began to w ...
... recognized the work of the Veteran's Administration and its ability to bring organization out of chaos. However, they thought the VA had overstepped its boundaries by diagnosing mental disorders, which was clearly the purview of psychiatry. As a result the American Psychiatric Association began to w ...
Using the Five-Factor Model to Represent the DSM-IV
... profile against which individuals' FFM profiles can be matched to determine the degree of similarity; individuals who are more similar to the prototype possess the disorder to a greater degree. Using data from a longitudinal community sample of 481 adults, Miller et al. found that individuals who mo ...
... profile against which individuals' FFM profiles can be matched to determine the degree of similarity; individuals who are more similar to the prototype possess the disorder to a greater degree. Using data from a longitudinal community sample of 481 adults, Miller et al. found that individuals who mo ...
Therapy - Blackwell Publishing
... in the acute phase of the condition, to bring behaviour under control as soon as possible. Lithium is effective with about 60–70 per cent of bipolar patients. The mechanism by which it works remains largely unknown (Calabrese & Woyshville, 1995), although it may work by regulating dysfunctional neur ...
... in the acute phase of the condition, to bring behaviour under control as soon as possible. Lithium is effective with about 60–70 per cent of bipolar patients. The mechanism by which it works remains largely unknown (Calabrese & Woyshville, 1995), although it may work by regulating dysfunctional neur ...
Mental Illness - Riverside Secondary School
... promoted in the mental health field and the media. In its early days, ET was a cruder procedure, which sometimes resulted in short- and longterm memory loss (although it usually resolved after six months). Today, ET is a much gentler intervention proven to be an effective treatment for major depress ...
... promoted in the mental health field and the media. In its early days, ET was a cruder procedure, which sometimes resulted in short- and longterm memory loss (although it usually resolved after six months). Today, ET is a much gentler intervention proven to be an effective treatment for major depress ...
The Brain & Trauma
... • Be aware Perception of Trauma What one feels is traumatic another may not ...
... • Be aware Perception of Trauma What one feels is traumatic another may not ...
Unit I – Professional Issues and Nursing Practice
... Complete 1 mini psychosocial assessment on a client daily Complete 1 process on a client intervention pass with at least 80% Complete 1 psychosocial assessment on a client with at least 80% Journal each clinical day with focus on perception, communication and feelings Participate in pre and post cli ...
... Complete 1 mini psychosocial assessment on a client daily Complete 1 process on a client intervention pass with at least 80% Complete 1 psychosocial assessment on a client with at least 80% Journal each clinical day with focus on perception, communication and feelings Participate in pre and post cli ...
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs)
... in a given community with these qualifications. However, every school district should have at least one professional (usually a child psychologist) that can administer an autism-specific tool. Tools may include the Childhood Autism Rating Scale, Gilliam Autism Rating Scale, Autism Diagnostic Intervi ...
... in a given community with these qualifications. However, every school district should have at least one professional (usually a child psychologist) that can administer an autism-specific tool. Tools may include the Childhood Autism Rating Scale, Gilliam Autism Rating Scale, Autism Diagnostic Intervi ...
TREATMENT OF BIPOLAR DISORDERS
... Are there other psychiatric conditions that may be confused with, or coexist with, bipolar disorder? Bipolar disorder can be confused with other disorders, including a variety of anxiety disorders and anxiety disorders and psychotic disorders (such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder). Thi ...
... Are there other psychiatric conditions that may be confused with, or coexist with, bipolar disorder? Bipolar disorder can be confused with other disorders, including a variety of anxiety disorders and anxiety disorders and psychotic disorders (such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder). Thi ...
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
... False ankylosis: an extracapsular condition from an abnormally large coronoid process, zygomatic arch or scar tissue ...
... False ankylosis: an extracapsular condition from an abnormally large coronoid process, zygomatic arch or scar tissue ...
Evidence for psychodynamic psychotherapy in specific mental
... studies) as the ‘gold standard’ for the demonstration that a treatment is effective. According to this view, only RCTs can provide level I evidence, which is the highest level of evidence. RCTs are conducted under controlled experimental conditions, allowing one to control for variables systematical ...
... studies) as the ‘gold standard’ for the demonstration that a treatment is effective. According to this view, only RCTs can provide level I evidence, which is the highest level of evidence. RCTs are conducted under controlled experimental conditions, allowing one to control for variables systematical ...
Psychometric perspectives on diagnostic systems
... particular. One can see this clearly by asking a simple question: ‘‘What is it that a researcher, who uses the DSM for classification, really does?’’ There is no single theoretically and psychometrically convincing answer to this question; rather, as I will show in this article, there are several di ...
... particular. One can see this clearly by asking a simple question: ‘‘What is it that a researcher, who uses the DSM for classification, really does?’’ There is no single theoretically and psychometrically convincing answer to this question; rather, as I will show in this article, there are several di ...
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
... • Teachers that teach willy-nilly and have no real “game plan” for their day -lack of lesson plan. – When children are genetically blesses with ADHD they tend to be vulnerable to pesticides, toxins, or other triggers. ...
... • Teachers that teach willy-nilly and have no real “game plan” for their day -lack of lesson plan. – When children are genetically blesses with ADHD they tend to be vulnerable to pesticides, toxins, or other triggers. ...
Risk Factors for Common Mental Disorders in Women
... was used for all analyses, with incident case of common disorder as the outcome. First, univariate analyses were performed for each socio-economic risk factor; all those with P40.1 were included in a multivariate model. The factors with P40.1 in this multivariate model were retained for subsequent a ...
... was used for all analyses, with incident case of common disorder as the outcome. First, univariate analyses were performed for each socio-economic risk factor; all those with P40.1 were included in a multivariate model. The factors with P40.1 in this multivariate model were retained for subsequent a ...
DSM-5
... Figure 1 depicts these concepts and highlights disorderspecific and cross-cutting assessment domains. We conclude by discussing how an integrated model, that retains the current categorical system, and includes cross-cutting dimensional assessments might be a productive direction in DSM-V anxiety di ...
... Figure 1 depicts these concepts and highlights disorderspecific and cross-cutting assessment domains. We conclude by discussing how an integrated model, that retains the current categorical system, and includes cross-cutting dimensional assessments might be a productive direction in DSM-V anxiety di ...
Activities - Bakersfield College
... Begin to recall past experiences and how they might effect PMHN learning ...
... Begin to recall past experiences and how they might effect PMHN learning ...
Exploring Eating Disorders Handout
... Exploring Eating Disorders Handout One myth is that eating disorders are uncommon, and not serious illnesses. People with eating disorders actually need professional help, but many of them keep their illness secret. People may believe the myth that they are just dieting, and that “dieting” is n ...
... Exploring Eating Disorders Handout One myth is that eating disorders are uncommon, and not serious illnesses. People with eating disorders actually need professional help, but many of them keep their illness secret. People may believe the myth that they are just dieting, and that “dieting” is n ...
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
... It's sometimes difficult to diagnose obsessive-compulsive disorder because it may resemble generalized anxiety disorder or other mental conditions. To help diagnose obsessive-compulsive disorder, your doctor will ask you questions about your obsessions, compulsions and emotional well-being and may t ...
... It's sometimes difficult to diagnose obsessive-compulsive disorder because it may resemble generalized anxiety disorder or other mental conditions. To help diagnose obsessive-compulsive disorder, your doctor will ask you questions about your obsessions, compulsions and emotional well-being and may t ...
Clinical Practice Evaluating and Treating ADHD in Primary Care
... Symptoms must have persisted for at least 6 months to a degree that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level. Symptoms must occur prior to age 7 years and must occur in two settings. The disturbance must cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, academic, or occu ...
... Symptoms must have persisted for at least 6 months to a degree that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level. Symptoms must occur prior to age 7 years and must occur in two settings. The disturbance must cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, academic, or occu ...
PTSD - Wiley
... symptoms: ~ numbing, amnesia, or inability to have positive feelings ~ strong negative emotions such as guilt, anger, or fear ~ distorted self-blame or erroneous blame of others who did not cause or intend the event ~ negative beliefs about self, others, and the world as a consequence of the traumat ...
... symptoms: ~ numbing, amnesia, or inability to have positive feelings ~ strong negative emotions such as guilt, anger, or fear ~ distorted self-blame or erroneous blame of others who did not cause or intend the event ~ negative beliefs about self, others, and the world as a consequence of the traumat ...
Child and Adolescent Psychopathology
... New specifiers indicate if: in a controlled environment or on maintenance therapy Early remission is 3 to 12 months; Sustained remission is more than 12 months ( both without meeting full criteria but not counting the craving symptom) ...
... New specifiers indicate if: in a controlled environment or on maintenance therapy Early remission is 3 to 12 months; Sustained remission is more than 12 months ( both without meeting full criteria but not counting the craving symptom) ...
Dissociative identity disorder
Dissociative identity disorder (DID), previously known as multiple personality disorder (MPD), is a mental disorder on the dissociative spectrum characterized by the appearance of at least two distinct and relatively enduring identities or dissociated personality states that alternately control a person's behavior, accompanied by memory impairment for important information not explained by ordinary forgetfulness. These symptoms are not accounted for by substance abuse, seizures, other medical conditions, nor by imaginative play in children. Diagnosis is often difficult as there is considerable comorbidity with other mental disorders. Malingering should be considered if there is possible financial or forensic gain, as well as factitious disorder if help-seeking behavior is prominent.DID is one of the most controversial psychiatric disorders, with no clear consensus on diagnostic criteria or treatment. Research on treatment efficacy has been concerned primarily with clinical approaches and case studies. Dissociative symptoms range from common lapses in attention, becoming distracted by something else, and daydreaming, to pathological dissociative disorders. No systematic, empirically-supported definition of ""dissociation"" exists. It is not the same as schizophrenia.Although neither epidemiological surveys nor longitudinal studies have been conducted, it is generally believed that DID rarely resolves spontaneously. Symptoms are said to vary over time. In general, the prognosis is poor, especially for those with comorbid disorders. There are few systematic data on the prevalence of DID. The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation states that the prevalence is between 1 and 3% in the general population, and between 1 and 5% in inpatient groups in Europe and North America. DID is diagnosed more frequently in North America than in the rest of the world, and is diagnosed three to nine times more often in females than in males. The prevalence of DID diagnoses increased greatly in the latter half of the 20th century, along with the number of identities (often referred to as ""alters"") claimed by patients (increasing from an average of two or three to approximately 16). DID is also controversial within the legal system, where it has been used as a rarely successful form of the insanity defense. The 1990s showed a parallel increase in the number of court cases involving the diagnosis.Dissociative disorders including DID have been attributed to disruptions in memory caused by trauma and other forms of stress, but research on this hypothesis has been characterized by poor methodology. So far, scientific studies, usually focusing on memory, have been few and the results have been inconclusive. An alternative hypothesis for the etiology of DID is as a by-product of techniques employed by some therapists, especially those using hypnosis, and disagreement between the two positions is characterized by intense debate. DID became a popular diagnosis in the 1970s, 80s and 90s, but it is unclear if the actual rate of the disorder increased, if it was more recognized by health care providers, or if sociocultural factors caused an increase in therapy-induced (iatrogenic) presentations. The unusual number of diagnoses after 1980, clustered around a small number of clinicians and the suggestibility characteristic of those with DID, support the hypothesis that DID is therapist-induced. The unusual clustering of diagnoses has also been explained as due to a lack of awareness and training among clinicians to recognize cases of DID.