Anxiety Scores of Informal Caregivers Theresa A. Patterson Mount Aloysius College Abstract Informal caregivers, or family members who provide care to their physically or cognitively impaired relatives, are leading providers of services to elderly individuals. However, caregivers frequently experience symptoms of depression, stress and anxiety. Also, caregivers may suffer from physical or psychological distress as a result of these symptoms. The author examined the effects of depression,
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• Review Module 34 of Psychology and Your Life. List the major classifications of psychological disorders. Select one and discuss what types of treatment approaches are available for this disorder. One of the many psychological complications is mood swings or disorders. This type of disorder may to some extent be genetic or due to some medication interactions, which a person may be taking. The treatments for mood disorders include hospitalization in a mental institution that is if
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Margarita Febrica N. P. / 1006715484 Writing V December 18th, 2012 Glossophobia As a human, it is normal to feel nervous. It is also commonly happened when a person is about to speak in public. However, this apprehensive feeling somehow cannot be ignored. Some people may find it easy to overcome this problem, but some others do not. Glossophobia, irrational or morbid fear of speaking or verbally communicating in public, can be the most suitable term for this problem. People with this severe
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can control an individual’s daily life. One example of a phobia is dogs. Phobias are one form of anxiety disorders. Signs and symptoms of phobias The symptoms of a phobia can range from mild feelings of apprehension and anxiety to a full-blown panic attack. Usually when an individual gets closer to the dog, he or she starts to have greater fear. Physical signs and symptoms of a phobia is an individual starts to have the following issues: difficulty breathing, racing or pounding heart, chest pain
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their lifetime. Teens are highly likely to develop this disorder. Social anxiety disorder is a life-changing disorder that affects the way people think, act, and how they are treated. Social Anxiety Disorder, also known as social phobia, is a type of panic disorder in which a person has a constant fear of being judged by others, being the center of attention, or being watched while doing certain activities. Social phobia can be triggered by having to speak to new
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in any given year. Generalized Anxiety disorder is the uncontrollable state of worry about one's life and certain situations they may be put into and is not a direct response to a specific situation or experience. The worry is not as severe as a panic attack however it lasts much longer. It is excessive and occurs at higher levels than other typical worries. Anxiety disorders may also occur in people who have other mental disorders such as depression, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and bipolar
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Fear I have many fears. Some are “normal” and some are strange. Some have reasons behind them and some have no reason at all. Now I have the “normal” fears like heights, spiders, snakes, and clowns. I do not know why, but spiders and snakes have always scared me. Maybe it is the spider’s spindly legs or the way the way snakes slither on the ground. Clowns have scared me ever since I was little. I do not recall much but I do remember seeing someone dressed up as a creepy clown. As for heights I
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daily functions unless they are treated. Anxiety disorder is one of the more common types of upset. It is frequent worry and upset about activities and daily tasks. Some examples of anxiety disorders are posttraumatic stress disorder PTSD phobias and panic disorders. Biologically, anxiety affects the functioning of the autonomic nervous system, the limbic system, autoimmune processes and factors that are inherited that predispose an individual to anxiety. Emotionally anxiety disorders are due to underlying
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PSY 102: Psychology in the Modern World Your Name: Instructor: Bob Melara Your Section: FALL 2015 Your TA’s Name: Homework #8 (Personality and Psychological Disorders) 1. During a heated argument with his father, 17-year old Carlos developed a paralysis of his right arm. Medical examinations can find no physical cause for the paralysis. Use the psychoanalytic perspective to explain how the paralysis may be Carlos’ attempt to deal with an unconscious conflict
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fear, dread, or danger. Anxiety disorders are a group of psychiatric conditions that involve anxiety. Symptoms can vary in severity and length. According to the Anxiety Disorders Association of America, the five anxiety disorders are identified as: Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Phobias (including Social Phobia, also called Social Anxiety Disorder). Mood Disorders: These disorders, also called
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