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Anxiety in Adolescents. Tory Engen. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Obsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD) Panic Disorder. Types. Deranged psychological profile Trauma (PTSD) Learned Behavior Chemical Imbalance in brain Poor Self-esteem. Causes.
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Anxiety in Adolescents Tory Engen
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) • Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) • Obsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD) • Panic Disorder Types
Deranged psychological profile • Trauma (PTSD) • Learned Behavior • Chemical Imbalance in brain • Poor Self-esteem Causes
Genetics • Biochemistry • Environment • Family History http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/BD/images/genetics.jpg
Headaches • Stomach aches • Thoughts of being embarrassed or being rejected • Difficulty relaxing • Isolation from peers Symptoms
Trembling voice • Crying • Screaming • Avoiding certain situations • Changes in heart rate • Sweaty palms http://brucefong.files.wordpress.com/2009/08/anxiety.jpg
Feelings of panic • Flashbacks- (PTSD) • Brain cell damage • Aggression • Anger • Depression Effects
Excessive worrying-Ex. sports, school • High stress levels • Self-consciousness • Low success outlook • Worried about people's expectations • Unwanted thoughts – (OCD) http://clearcutmedia.tv/shop/images/depression.jpg
Gastroinestinal disorders • Headaches • Obesity • Heart Disease • Mood swings • Insomnia • Alcoholism http://www.buzzle.com/img/articleImages/581024-59med.jpg
Chronic pain • Fatigue • Low concentration levels • Irritability • Muscle tension • Increased risk for suicide • Drug abuse http://www.instablogsimages.com/images/2007/09/19/suicide_6697.jpg
Diagnoses of Anxiety Disorders in Adolescents tends to be difficult • Based on numerous tests and evaluation • Diagnoses generally made by child psychologist or psychiatrist Diagnoses
Physical Exam-to rule out ulcers, asthma, thyroid problems • Observation and talking • Family medical history • Questions on intake of substances such as smoking and coffee http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2255/2181547358_357bd41ef1.jpg
Facing and dealing with fears directly • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy • Relaxation techniques • Breathing and sleep exercises • Group therapy to increase confidence • Allows adolescents to share feelings and relate to each other Coping/Treatment
Cognitive-behavioral Therapy- (CBT) • Helps adolescents sort through feelings • Drug therapy-antidepressants • Helps allow adolescents to deal with the high stress levels http://cherished79.files.wordpress.com/2007/10/anti-dep.jpg
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