Adjustment disorder Flashcards
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what are the signs of adjustment disorder?
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symptoms cease within 6 months after termination of stressor
- included depression, anxiety and avoidance behaviours
2
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how is adjustment disorder diagnosed?
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Stressor need not be severe ie losing a job
3
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what is the treatment for adjsutment disorder?
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Psychotherapy
Might consider SSRIs
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