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Mental Disorder
an illness of the mind that can affect the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of a person, preventing him or her form leading a happy, healthful, and productive life.
Stigma
A mark of shame or disapproval that results in an individual being shunned or rejected by others
mental disorders are…
medical conditions that require diagnosis and treatment
anxiety
the condition of feeling worried or uneasy about what may happen
occasional anxiety is…
a natural response to life events.
Brief feelings of worry, insecurity, fear, self-consciousness, or even panic are…
common responses to stress; usually the anxiety gows away after the stressful situation is over
Excessive anxiety that interferes with daily life…
may indicate an anxiety disorder that needs treatment
some people use drugs or alcohol to…
escape from anxiety
Anxiety disorder
a condition in which real or imagined fears are difficult to control
Phobia
A strong, irrational fear of something specific
OCD
persistent thoughts, fears, or urges (obsessions) leading to uncontrollable repetitive behaviors (complusions)
Panic Disorder
Attacks of sudden, unexplained feelings of terror, accompanied by trembling, increased HR, shortness of breath, or dizziness
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
a condition that may develop after exposure to a terrifying event
A traumatic event
any event that has a stressful impact sufficient to overwhelm your normal coping startegies
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
exaggerated worry and tension for no reason
Depression
the prolonged feeling of helplessness, hopelessnes, and sadness
Feelings of sadness affect everyone, but depression…
usually lasts longer and may produce symptoms that don’t go away with time
Mild depression
Less sever symptoms, can last for years
Major depression
episode of sadness or apathy along with other symptoms that lasts at least 2 consecutive weeks and is sever enough to interrupt daily activities
Apathy
a lock of strong feeling, interest, or concern
Depression can be cause by…
physical, psychological, or social reasons, or watching others go through them
Example of a physical cause of depression
injury, disease, cancer
Example of a psychological cause of depression
terrorism, war
example of a social cause of depression
harmful environment, poverty
untreated depression
the leading cause of suicide
If you recognize signs of depression in a friend or yourself…
discuss your concern with a trusted adult
Health professionals can develop a plan to treat depression that may include:
taking medication, making changes in the environment, or counseling
Warning signs of suicide
Direct/indirect statements, withdrawal from friends, substance abuse, unusual obsession with death, risky behavior
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