Chapter 4 Flashcards
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physiological needs
needs that relate to the processes and activities that keep living things alive.
psychosocial needs
needs that involve social interaction, emotions, intellect, and spirituality.
holistic care
a type of care that involves caring for the whole person psychological, social, and spiritual needs.
cognitive
related to thinking and learning.
menopause
the end of menstruation; occurs when a woman has not had a menstrual period or 12 months
developmental disabilities
disabilities that are present at birth or emerge during childhood, up to age 22, that restrict physical and/or mental ability.
mental health
the normal functioning of emotional and intellectual abilities.
mental health disorder
a disorder that affects a person’s ability to function and often causes inappropriate behavior; confusion, disorientation, agitation, and anxiety are common symptoms.
anxiety
uneasiness, worry, or fear, often about a situation or condition
generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
an anxiety disorder that is characterized by chronic anxiety and worry, even when there is no reason for concern.
panic disorder
an anxiety disorder characterized by a person having regular panic attacks or living with chronic anxiety about having another attack
social anxiety disorder
an anxiety disorder in which a person has intense anxiety and extreme discomfort in social situations.
phobia
an intense, irrational fear of or anxiety about an object, place, or situation.
obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
a mental health disorder characterized by recurring intrusive behavior or thoughts that cause anxiety or stress.
posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
a disorder caused by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic experience or series of events.
major depressive disorder/depression
a type of depressive disorder that causes pain, fatigue, apathy, sadness, irritability, anxiety, sleeplessness, and loss of appetite, as well as other symptoms; also called clinical depression.
bipolar disorder
a type of mental health disorder that causes a person to swing from periods of deep depression (a depressive episode) to periods of extreme activity (a manic episode).
schizophrenia
a type of psychotic disorder that causes problems with thinking, communication, and the ability to manage emotions, make decisions, and understand reality.
hallucination
a false or distorted sensory perception.
delusion
a persistent false belief.
psychotherapy
a method of treating mental health disorders that involves talking about one’s problems with a mental health professional.
cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
a type of psychotherapy that is often used to treat anxiety disorders and depression and focuses on skills and solutions that a person can use to modify negative thinking and behavior patterns
substance use disorder (SUD)
the repeated or uncontrolled use of legal or illegal substances in a way that is harmful to oneself or others.
chemical dependency
a disease related to substance use in which a person needs greater amounts of a drug to get the same effect and has symptoms when the drug is stopped (withdrawal).
