Neuropsychology of Huntington's Disease

<p>It improves the accuracy of the assessments. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Switching from one task to another (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Recognizing difficulties associated with neurological conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evaluate the effectiveness of therapy dogs in clinical settings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Neurological conditions that are life-limiting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Self-harm and suicidal thoughts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Individuals experiencing neurological conditions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Systemic contexts supporting neurological presentations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gradual decline in cognitive and functional abilities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Disorders where psychological factors significantly impact neurological function (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High anxiety decreasing towards the end of the first year (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cognitive deterioration in various areas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Around the 20th month (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Transdiagnostic approaches (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Verbal ability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By promoting adjustment and adaptation over time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>12.3 million, rising to 25% by 2050 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Worsened ability to memorize and retrieve information (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inability to relax (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Manifest group (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Self-harm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Not enjoying life and Not looking forward to the future (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>No difference between groups (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Manifest group compared to genotype negative (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Four (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Far less difference than expected was observed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To detach from thoughts, emotions, and sensations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Making space for distressing thoughts and emotions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Passengers on the Bus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pain that is exacerbated by thoughts and beliefs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dropping the Rope (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is a necessary part of life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They help simplify complex concepts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It encourages acceptance of difficult experiences (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Promoting valued living and enjoyment of life. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Focusing solely on detecting potential cures. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The relationship between thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and behaviors. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Accepting that clients may not recover and addressing their psychological needs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps improve care and provides confidence to mental health professionals. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Positive engagement and strategies for different coping mechanisms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>ACT centers on valuing life and acceptance of difficulties rather than 'fixing'. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improving support through understanding their psychological needs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Providing confidence in their therapeutic approaches. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The study of the brain and its relationship to behavior and cognitive function.

Neuropsychologists work with individuals who experience difficulties related to their brain function, such as cognitive impairments, emotional issues, and behavioral changes.

Neuropsychologists use a variety of tools, including assessments, therapy, and education, to understand and address the needs of their patients.

Neurological conditions are diseases or disorders that affect the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

Neurological conditions often present with various challenges, such as memory loss, difficulty thinking clearly, physical impairments, and emotional distress.

Neurological conditions can significantly impact an individual's ability to perform daily activities, maintain social connections, and manage their emotions, affecting their overall quality of life.

Functional neurological disorders are conditions where symptoms arise from a malfunction in the nervous system, even though there is no physical damage to the brain or nerves.

Neurodegenerative conditions are progressive disorders that cause the brain to deteriorate over time.

The ability to understand and be aware of your own cognitive abilities and limitations.

A condition where a person is unaware of their own cognitive impairments, such as memory loss or difficulty making decisions.

People with Huntington's Disease (HD) often report their symptoms less severely than their caregivers do, and may overestimate their abilities.

Information from someone close to the person with HD (an informant) is more reliable in predicting future cognitive decline than the person's self-report.

Having an informant present during mental health assessments for people with HD can improve the accuracy of the assessments.

The study of how mental health difficulties manifest in individuals with Huntington's Disease (HD), their relatives, and controls.

A group of people who have the HD gene mutation (those at risk of developing HD) but haven't developed the motor symptoms yet.

People who were initially at risk for HD due to family history but have tested negative for the HD gene.

Individuals from families affected by HD but who have never been at genetic risk for the disease.

A statistical method used to analyze patterns in data, revealing underlying factors that influence mental health difficulties.

Anxiety, depression, outward irritability, and self-harm.

The study found that levels of anxiety were similar across all four groups, regardless of their HD status.

The severity of depression and outward irritability differed significantly between the manifest group (those with HD symptoms) and the genotype negative group but not between premanifest and family control groups.

A model that suggests grief progresses through stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. This model has been partially corroborated in research.

Anxiety levels peak in the first 6 months after a loss, then decrease towards the end of the year. Depressive symptoms start rising after a year, reaching their peak at the 20th month.

The ability to remember and retrieve information, including details about people, appointments, and daily tasks, tends to decline as we age.

Challenges and difficulties that are common across different mental health conditions or issues. This means that they are not unique to a specific disorder.

A type of therapy that focuses on accepting and adapting to difficult experiences, including physical health conditions.

The concept of aging that involves a normal, progressive decline in cognitive function after the age of 50.

Changes in cognitive abilities that affect overall well-being, work performance, and daily life.

This research study in Seattle investigated cognitive changes across different age groups, showing a general decline except in specific areas, such as verbal and numerical abilities, which saw some resistance to decline.

The ability to step back from thoughts, emotions, and sensations, recognizing them as mental stories.

Metaphors that help clients understand ACT principles, like the toxic parrot, clouds, or ice cream in a shop.

The ability to accept distressing thoughts, emotions, and sensations without trying to change or avoid them.

The concept of differentiating between physical pain that’s unavoidable and unnecessary suffering.

A metaphor used in ACT to represent the idea that we don't have to hold onto our difficulties – we can choose to let them go.

The idea that we don't need to blindly follow every thought or emotion. We have the power to choose how we respond.

An important part of ACT that helps people see their thoughts and feelings from a distance.

A metaphor that helps people understand the ability to choose how we react to our thoughts and feelings.

A therapeutic approach that focuses on adjusting to difficult situations, promoting valued living, and enjoying life. It emphasizes acceptance of realities that cannot be fixed and focuses on identifying and pursuing what is important to the individual.

ACT emphasizes adjusting to difficult situations, promoting valued living, and enjoying life. It recognizes the importance of understanding and accepting difficult realities. This approach is particularly helpful for people with neurological conditions, where fixing isn't always possible, and acceptance of tough realities can be crucial.

A model that shows the interconnections between thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, and behaviors. It helps understand how these elements influence each other.

Traditional cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing negative thoughts and behaviors, aiming to correct what is 'wrong' with the individual. ACT takes a different approach, focusing on accepting difficult realities and moving forward with life.

It involves providing therapeutic support to help an individual cope with adjustment, emotional management, and managing changes brought on by their condition.

It involves supporting relatives or others close to the individual. This support can be emotional, practical, or both. It aims to help loved ones deal with adjustment, manage their relationships, and cope with the symptoms of the condition.

It involves working with other professionals in a team to change the way they interact with the individual. This can include supporting 'behavioral management,' changing staff attitudes toward 'behaviors of concern,' and modeling positive engagement strategies.

It involves providing support and guidance to help an individual cope with the challenges they face due to their condition. It is not about trying to 'fix' the individual but rather about helping them adapt to their circumstances and live a meaningful life.

It refers to behaviors that are often seen as challenging or disruptive by others. This term is used to highlight that the behaviors are a result of the individual's condition and not a willful choice.

It involves providing guidance and support to individuals and their families, helping them understand and cope with neurological conditions. This can include offering assessments, therapies, and resources.