Common Mental Health Disorders (Schizo, Mood, Personality) Flashcards
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What are characteristics of Psychosis?
> combination of signs and symptoms (a syndrome), commonly present in schizophrenia
What are characteristics of Schizophrenia?
> One of the most stigmatized conditions
> Problems in 1 or more major areas of functioning
“Positive” Symptoms
Things that are present, but ____________ __ _______________.
should not be:
- Hearing voices
- False beliefs
- T.V./Radio referring to you
“Negative” Symptoms
Things that are NOT present, but ____________ ______________:
Should be:
- Expressing emotions less.
- Emotional withdrawal; social isolation.
What are Symptoms of Hostility/Aggression?
> Irritability
> Agitation
> Threatening Behavior
Symptoms of Hostility and Aggression are usually due to _____________ ____ ___________.
paranoia or fear
What are some symptoms of disorganized?
> Thinking, talking, acting in ways that don’t make sense
> Using unrelated words
The onset symptoms of Schizophrenia first appear in late _________ ____ ___________.
teens to mid-30s
What are treatment for Schizophrenia?
> Medicines
> Psychosocial treatments
How does Psychosocial treatments?
> Focus on helping subjects problems with relationship, school, work, recreational activities
When engaging someone with Schizophrenia, what are tips to follow?
> Reduce unnecessary stimuli
> Communicate clear, simple statements
> Maintain safety at all times
What are the two major types of mood disorders?
> Major Depressive Disorders
> Bipolar Disorder
What are characteristics of Major Depressive Disorder?
> # 1 cause of disability worldwide
> Individual must have at least five Depressive symptoms to be diagnosed
What are signs of depression?
> Sadness
> Changes in sleep
> Loss of energy
> Feeling guilty
What are some signs of Mania?
> Racing Thoughts
> Talking fast
> Easily distracted
Individuals with Bipolar Disorder are also at increased risk for:
o Co-occurring substance disorders.
o Criminal activity.
o Medical problems, including sexually transmitted diseases.
o Suicide
What are ways of addressing Biopolar Disorders?
> Psychotherapy
> Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy
> Electroconvulsive Therapy
Define Personality Disorders?
An individual’s emotions and behaviors interfere with his or her life and relationships with others
How many Pesonality Disorders Cluster are there?
> > Cluster A (Eccentric)
Cluster B (Dramatic)
Cluster C (Anxious)
What are the 3 types of Cluster A Disorders?
> Paranoid Personality Disorder
> Schizoid Personality Disorder
> Schizotypal Personality Disorder
What are the 3 types of Cluster B: “Dramatic” Personality Disorders?
> Antisocial Personality Disorders
> Borderline Personality Disorder
> Histrionic Personality Disorder
What are the 3 types of Cluster C: “Anxious” Personality Disorders?
> Avoidant
> Dependent
> Obsessive-Complusive
What is necessary to diagnosis someone with antisocial Personality Disorder?
> Consistent pattern of disregard of rights of others since 15
> Individual over 18 years old
