Adjustment disorder

Question 1

define adjustment disorder

Answer 1

emotional or behavioural reaction to a stressful event or change in a persons life

Question 2

what is the timeframe for an adjustment disorder to take place

Answer 2

within three months of the event happening

Question 3

overview of the stages of the bereavment process 5

Answer 3

Denial: Shutting out reality to cope with overwhelming difficult feelings.

Anger: Can be angry with themselves, or with others, or at a higher power.

Bargaining: Hoping to avoid or undo grief through negotiation or promises.

Depression: Disconnect from people in an attempt to avoid further trauma.

Acceptance: Coming to terms with inevitable situation; create calm mind-set.

Question 4

criteria for diagnosis of adjustment disorder 2

Answer 4

emotional or behviour syx within 3 months of event

≥1 of the following:
-marked distress out of proportion to the stressor
-syx significantly impair social or occupational function

Question 5

common manifestations of adjustment disorder 3

Answer 5

depressed mood

anxiety

misconduct

Question 6

treatment for adjustment disorder 2

Answer 6

self care

psychotherapy

limited evidence of use of antidepressants

Question 7

overveiw of selfcare

Answer 7

crucial during and after a crisis or trauma

3 components:
-personal safety
-physical health
-mindfulness