Chapter 6 Mental & Emotional Disorders Bennett

Anxiety Disorders Extreme fears of real or imaginary situations that get in the way of normal activity. What are some of the phobias that you know of? Go to Page 109 for more.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) & Panic Disorder GAD causes people to worry all the time, often for unimportant reasons. Panic Disorder- causes intense fear and panic attacks. Symptoms include pounding heart, sweating and nausea. The fear may become so awful that people will go out of their way to avoid anything that may cause another attack.

Phobias Phobias are intense and exaggerated fears of specific objects or situations. Includes the following disorders: Social Anxiety Disorder Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Post-traumatic stress disorder

SAD, OCD, PTSD Social Anxiety Disorder is a fear of people or situations involving being round people. OCD TRAPS people in a pattern of repeated thoughts and actions. PTSD occurs after a stressful event (physical or sexual violence can trigger the disorder). Some people recover quickly but others need more time.

Depression Clinical depression is not the same as having a bad test or break up with a girl/boyfriend. It is a mental illness that causes feelings of extreme sadness, hopelessness, worthlessness, and guilt-lasting weeks, months or years.

Depression People often lose interest in activities they enjoy and will be tired and irritable for no apparent reason. The depression can cause you to sleep more or less, eat more or less, and withdrawal from family and friends. They may begin to think about suicide. You need to seek help for yourself or someone you think may have depression.

Bipolar Disorder Causes high and low mood swings. There is more than one type and can range from mild to extreme cases. The low periods are similar to depression and the high periods (MANIC) are when people experience a constant state of excitement. During manic stages they have lots of energy, may be irritable and act in reckless ways. In between they have normal behviors.

Personality Disorders-3 categories People have a hard time trusting others- paranoia Extreme emotion and behavior-antisocial personality disorder. Feeling or acting afraid all the time- dependent personality disorder. Afraid to make decision for their life ad needs others.

Schizophrenia This is a mental illness in which people lose contact with reality. Often have delusion, hallucinations, talk to or see people that are not there. These symptoms are frightening for them and may cause them to act in strange or unpredictable ways.

Mental Health and Incarcerations-thought? Since the deinstitutionalization of mental/psychiatric hospitals the incarceration rate has jumped dramatically? Do you believe there is a correlation between mental treatment and incarceration? Do think if men sought help for mental health concerns we could decrease incarceration rates?

Major Depression This is a very serious condition in which people lose interest in life and can no longer find enjoyment in anything. Some people with major depression may reach point in which they feel they have nothing to live for and may consider SUICIDE. This is one of the leading causes of death among teens.

Cause of Teen Suicide Mental illness-if family members suffered from depression the teen is at greater risk for suicide. Teens living in poverty or using drugs and alcohol Abuse and violence Depression caused by bullying or cyberbullying

Suicide Most teens can turn to family, friends or other networks to help them work through problems or stress. Some teens do not have the support networks to cope with the problems teens face constantly and feel cut off and alone, making them more at risk of suicide.

Signs of Suicide-SOS Words-’it’s not worth it’ or ‘you won’t have me around much longer.’ Talking about suicide or death Feelings of hopelessness, guilt or worthless Pulling away from family and friends Loss of interest in normal activities Sudden changes in personal appearance Constant boredom or trouble concentrating

SOS Self-destructive behavior, such as, drug abuse, violence or running away Sudden drop in grades Giving away favorite belongings Become cheerful after a long period of depression (may be a sign they’ve made a decision or solved the problem)

Providing Support Sometimes a suicide attempt is a cry for help. The SOS are calls for help. Talking to them about their concerns lets them know that you care and that they are not alone. It allows them to see hope and that there are other options. You become part of the support system. Tell them you want to help.

Providing support Often the problem causing the thoughts will not be a problem in a few weeks or months and they may need to hear that suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. If they are depressed let them know that it can be treated and volunteer to help them seek help.

Providing support NEVER agree to keep their plans secret. You need to tell someone that your friend is considering suicide. If you think they may attempt suicide immediately, do not leave their side, call 911 and get them help.

LIFE Life is full of happy and sad moments. At times, each one of us will feel hurt. When these feeling come, remember the goals you have set for yourself. You are strong and resilient.

Dealing with Depression Depression can feel like a heavy burden to bare but suicide is not the answer. With therapy and counseling people can escape from the heavy weight of depression and feel like themselves again. If you suffer from depression remember that you are not alone. There are people that care about you and want to help. Spend time with family and friends.

Dealing with Depression Talk to someone as soon as possible, get medical help. DO NOT wait and hope that it goes away on its own. Contacting the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can help you. It is open 24-7. 800-273-8255

Treatment for Mental Illness Mental illness is not a personal weakness. Other are afraid of the stigmas attached to mental illness or embarrassment. It is an illness and can be treated. Teens can look for signs such as-feelings of sadness, anger, anxiety, fear, changes in sleep or eating habits, wanting to be alone, feeling of being out-of-control, loss of interest in favorite activities, drop in grades, hearing voices and thoughts of suicide.

Getting help Online search and libraries Trusted adults Therapist-psychologist Therapy and medicine-psychiatrist School-Counselors and Teachers