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What is a Mental Disorder - (ANSWER)-involve changes in thinking, mood, and/or behavior;can affect
how we relate to others and make a decision.
How many people experienced a mental disorder? Substance abuse disorder? How many had both? -
(ANSWER)-43.6 million
-20.2 million
-7.9 million
What is anxiety - (ANSWER)-anxiety can range from specific phobias to general feelings of wory and
tension.
-characterized by excessive fear or anxiety to control and negatively and substantially impacts daily
functioning
- is anticipation of a future threat
Examples of anxiety disorders - (ANSWER)- general anxiety disorder
-panic disorder
-seperation anxiety disorder
-social anxiety
How many americans experienced anxiety - (ANSWER)40 million in the past year
In what age group is general anxiety disorder most prevalent? - (ANSWER)13-18, earliest is 6 years old
What causes anxiety - (ANSWER)Anxiety is caused by a combination of genetics, biological, and
enviromental factors
What is the medication that helps to control anxiety - (ANSWER)anti-anxiety drugs (benzodiazepines),
clonazepam, lorazepam, alprozam, anti-depressants, beta-blockers
,HOSA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EVERYTHING QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT
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What are effective treatments for anxiety - (ANSWER)~Cognitive Behavioral Therapy- adresses the way
people's fear by changing the way they think and respond to stressful events
~Mindfulness therapy- help patients to stay in the present and stop struggling to control distressing
thoughts and feelings
~Exposure Therapy- gradual exposure to fearful situations that leads to less anxiety
~Execrise, relaxation techniques, positive support fom family and friends may help.
What is ADHD? - (ANSWER)Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a mental disorder characterized by
excessive hyperactivity, impulsivity, inattention
Subtypes of ADHD? - (ANSWER)-Predominatly hyperactive
-Predominantly inattentive
-Combined hyperactive/inattentive
In what age group is ADHD most prevalent? - (ANSWER)Children
-8.4% of prevelance in ages of 3-17
-9% in ages 13-18
adult- 2.5% prevelance
ADHD occurs more in boys or girls? - (ANSWER)It occurs 5 times more in boys than girls
Is ADHD heritable? - (ANSWER)Yes, it has a high degree of heritability. The gene is unknown.
Risk Factors of ADHD? - (ANSWER)-Low birth weight
-Smoking and alcohol abuse during pregnancy
-Exposure to lead
-History of child maltreatment
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Over arching features of ADHD? - (ANSWER)-Inattention: child with inattention might have trouble
paying close attention, make careless mistakes, are easily distracted, and have difficulty to follow
through task
-Hyperactivity: defined by fidgeting or squirming, excessive talking, running about, difficulty to sit still
-Impulsivity: may be impatient, trouble waiting, may frequently interrupt or intrude,
Methods of treatment of ADHD? - (ANSWER)~Practical Assistance- teaches kids to monitor their
behavior and help them to control their impulsivity and anger
~Counseling- educates adults about ADHD, helping with skills like organizing and planning
~ADHD Coaching- help adults with ADHD by helping them develop skills like scheduling, goal setting,
gaining confidence, organizing, persisting at life task
What is Depressive Disorder? - (ANSWER)Depressive disorder is characterized by a pervading sense of
sadness and/ or loss of interest or pleasure in most activities. Include major depressive disorder (MDD)
and persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia).
- characterized by sad, hopeless, empty, or irritable mood, and somatic & cognitive changes that
significantly interfere with daily life.
What is a Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)? - (ANSWER)-defined as having a depressed mood for most
of the day and marked by a loss of or pleasure among other symptoms present nearly every day for at
least 2 week period
What percentage of adults had a major depressive episode (MDE) ? - (ANSWER)6.6%
What is the percentage of prevalence of MDE among the ages of 12-17 - (ANSWER)11.4%
Who is more likely to experience a MDE, boys or girls? - (ANSWER)Girls are 4 time more likely to have a
MDE than boys
Causes of MDD? - (ANSWER)There are genetic, biological, and environmental factors.
SOLUTIONS | GUARANTEED SUCCESS.
What is a Mental Disorder - (ANSWER)-involve changes in thinking, mood, and/or behavior;can affect
how we relate to others and make a decision.
How many people experienced a mental disorder? Substance abuse disorder? How many had both? -
(ANSWER)-43.6 million
-20.2 million
-7.9 million
What is anxiety - (ANSWER)-anxiety can range from specific phobias to general feelings of wory and
tension.
-characterized by excessive fear or anxiety to control and negatively and substantially impacts daily
functioning
- is anticipation of a future threat
Examples of anxiety disorders - (ANSWER)- general anxiety disorder
-panic disorder
-seperation anxiety disorder
-social anxiety
How many americans experienced anxiety - (ANSWER)40 million in the past year
In what age group is general anxiety disorder most prevalent? - (ANSWER)13-18, earliest is 6 years old
What causes anxiety - (ANSWER)Anxiety is caused by a combination of genetics, biological, and
enviromental factors
What is the medication that helps to control anxiety - (ANSWER)anti-anxiety drugs (benzodiazepines),
clonazepam, lorazepam, alprozam, anti-depressants, beta-blockers
,HOSA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EVERYTHING QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT
SOLUTIONS | GUARANTEED SUCCESS.
What are effective treatments for anxiety - (ANSWER)~Cognitive Behavioral Therapy- adresses the way
people's fear by changing the way they think and respond to stressful events
~Mindfulness therapy- help patients to stay in the present and stop struggling to control distressing
thoughts and feelings
~Exposure Therapy- gradual exposure to fearful situations that leads to less anxiety
~Execrise, relaxation techniques, positive support fom family and friends may help.
What is ADHD? - (ANSWER)Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a mental disorder characterized by
excessive hyperactivity, impulsivity, inattention
Subtypes of ADHD? - (ANSWER)-Predominatly hyperactive
-Predominantly inattentive
-Combined hyperactive/inattentive
In what age group is ADHD most prevalent? - (ANSWER)Children
-8.4% of prevelance in ages of 3-17
-9% in ages 13-18
adult- 2.5% prevelance
ADHD occurs more in boys or girls? - (ANSWER)It occurs 5 times more in boys than girls
Is ADHD heritable? - (ANSWER)Yes, it has a high degree of heritability. The gene is unknown.
Risk Factors of ADHD? - (ANSWER)-Low birth weight
-Smoking and alcohol abuse during pregnancy
-Exposure to lead
-History of child maltreatment
, HOSA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EVERYTHING QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT
SOLUTIONS | GUARANTEED SUCCESS.
Over arching features of ADHD? - (ANSWER)-Inattention: child with inattention might have trouble
paying close attention, make careless mistakes, are easily distracted, and have difficulty to follow
through task
-Hyperactivity: defined by fidgeting or squirming, excessive talking, running about, difficulty to sit still
-Impulsivity: may be impatient, trouble waiting, may frequently interrupt or intrude,
Methods of treatment of ADHD? - (ANSWER)~Practical Assistance- teaches kids to monitor their
behavior and help them to control their impulsivity and anger
~Counseling- educates adults about ADHD, helping with skills like organizing and planning
~ADHD Coaching- help adults with ADHD by helping them develop skills like scheduling, goal setting,
gaining confidence, organizing, persisting at life task
What is Depressive Disorder? - (ANSWER)Depressive disorder is characterized by a pervading sense of
sadness and/ or loss of interest or pleasure in most activities. Include major depressive disorder (MDD)
and persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia).
- characterized by sad, hopeless, empty, or irritable mood, and somatic & cognitive changes that
significantly interfere with daily life.
What is a Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)? - (ANSWER)-defined as having a depressed mood for most
of the day and marked by a loss of or pleasure among other symptoms present nearly every day for at
least 2 week period
What percentage of adults had a major depressive episode (MDE) ? - (ANSWER)6.6%
What is the percentage of prevalence of MDE among the ages of 12-17 - (ANSWER)11.4%
Who is more likely to experience a MDE, boys or girls? - (ANSWER)Girls are 4 time more likely to have a
MDE than boys
Causes of MDD? - (ANSWER)There are genetic, biological, and environmental factors.
