Mental Health Overview and Disorders
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What is the primary goal of social skills training?

  • To learn techniques for approaching and navigating conversations (correct)
  • To provide medical treatment for panic disorder
  • To understand the biological causes of phobias
  • To eliminate all fears and anxieties
  • Which of the following is NOT a symptom of panic attacks?

  • Persistent sadness (correct)
  • Racing heart
  • Shortness of breath
  • Dizziness
  • What is a common treatment for both panic disorder and phobias?

  • Surgery
  • Medication only
  • Exposure Therapy (correct)
  • Hydrotherapy
  • How does Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) assist individuals with panic attacks?

    <p>By identifying and changing fearful thoughts that trigger attacks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a person with a phobia experience when confronted with their fear?

    <p>An intense, irrational response (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best defines mental health?

    <p>Overall emotional, psychological, and social well-being. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What therapy is primarily used for treating Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

    <p>Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a treatment for Social Anxiety Disorder?

    <p>Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) assist individuals with anxiety?

    <p>By teaching mindfulness and acceptance of feelings. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method helps individuals gradually face feared social situations?

    <p>Exposure therapy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of anxiety disorder involves excessive worry that is difficult to control?

    <p>Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which therapeutic approach focuses on building social skills in a supportive environment?

    <p>Group Therapy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)?

    <p>Identifying and challenging negative thoughts. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    What is Panic Disorder?

    A mental health condition where a person experiences unexpected and repeated panic attacks characterized by intense fear and physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, chest pain, and dizziness.

    How does CBT help with Panic Disorder?

    A type of therapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns that trigger panic attacks. It teaches relaxation techniques to manage physical symptoms and reduce future attacks.

    What is Exposure Therapy for Panic Disorder?

    A therapy that gradually exposes individuals to situations that trigger panic attacks in a safe and controlled environment. This helps them confront their fears and reduce anxiety.

    How do Relaxation Techniques help with Panic Disorder?

    Techniques like breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness that help reduce the physical symptoms of panic attacks and prevent them from occurring.

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    What is a phobia?

    An intense, irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity. Common examples include fear of spiders, heights, or confined spaces.

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    Mental Health

    Refers to the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of an individual, impacting thinking, feeling, acting, coping with stress, and decision-making.

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    Mental Illness

    A specific health condition that affects mental well-being, causing significant distress or impairment.

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    Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

    A type of mental illness marked by excessive and uncontrollable worry, even when there's no real reason to be concerned.

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    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

    A therapy that helps identify and challenge negative thoughts, develop coping mechanisms, and manage behaviors.

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    Social Anxiety Disorder

    A type of mental illness characterized by intense fear and anxiety in social situations, fearing judgment or embarrassment.

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    Exposure Therapy

    A therapy approach where individuals gradually face social situations they fear, helping them manage anxiety by realizing they aren't as bad as they seem.

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    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    A therapy focusing on accepting uncomfortable emotions and pursuing actions aligned with personal values, even when anxious.

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    Group Therapy

    A therapeutic approach where individuals in a group setting practice social skills, share experiences, and support each other in managing social anxiety.

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    Study Notes

    Mental Health

    • Refers to the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of an individual
    • Impacts how we think, feel, and act, and how we cope with stress and make choices

    Mental Health vs. Mental Illness

    • Mental Health: overall well-being (e.g., enjoyment, positivity)
    • Mental Illness: specific health condition (e.g., anxiety, stress, depression)

    Common Mental Health Disorders

    Anxiety Disorders

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): excessive, uncontrollable worry

      • Treatment: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
        • Identifies negative thoughts, challenges unhelpful ideas, reframes thoughts
        • Learn relaxation techniques (deep breathing, mindfulness)
        • Behavioral activation/gradual exposure to feared situations
    • Social Anxiety Disorder: intense fear or worry about social situations, often due to fear of judgment or embarrassment

      • Treatments: CBT, Exposure therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Group Therapy
        • Exposure Therapy: gradually facing social situations (e.g., small talk to presentations) to decrease anxiety
        • ACT: accept anxiety as a natural feeling, focus on actions aligned with values
    • Panic Disorder: repeated, unexpected panic attacks (sudden intense fear)

      • Physical symptoms include racing heart, shortness of breath, chest pain, dizziness, nausea
      • Treatments: CBT, Exposure Therapy, Relaxation Techniques
        • CBT: identifies and changes fearful thoughts, manages physical symptoms
        • Exposure Therapy: controlled exposure to feared situations to reduce anxiety
        • Relaxation Techniques: breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, mindfulness to reduce physical symptoms
    • Phobias: intense, irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity

      • Examples: arachnophobia (spiders), acrophobia (heights), claustrophobia (tight spaces)
      • Treatments: CBT, Exposure Therapy, Relaxation Techniques

    Group Therapy

    • Provides a supportive environment to practice social skills and reduce anxiety
    • Social skills training, role-playing, and feedback to improve interactions in a safe setting

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    Explore the essential aspects of mental health, distinguishing between overall well-being and specific mental illnesses. Learn about common disorders, particularly anxiety disorders, and their treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This quiz will enhance your understanding of mental health concepts and coping strategies.

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