Büt Çalışması Flashcards
What is an adolescent crisis?
Identity vs. role confusion
What is age of adolescent crisis?
Occurs at age 12-19
What is the goal during the adolescent crisis?
Clear sense of self-identity (Net bir öz kimlik duygusuna ulaşmak)
Why is the adolescent period important?
Intelligence peaks
Decisions about the future
Physical and sexual identity crises occur
How do adolescents typically react to life-altering events? (Ergenler hayatlarını değiştiren olaylara tipik olarak nasıl tepki verirler?)
They may experience very strong reactions and seek support among peers.
Who are adolescents more likely to seek support from?
Peers instead of family or professional help
How has depression and anxiety among teenagers changed recently?
Increased by 2-3% in the past 25 years by %70
What are the pathological problems among adolescents, which have increased by 70% in the last 25 years?
Depression and Anxiety
What are some causes of teenage crises?
Peer and social pressure
Drug use
Alcohol consumption
Traumatic events
Family conflict
Parental divorce/separation
What are signs of a teen crisis?
Disengagement from school
Avoiding old friends
Violence
Self-harm
Changes in eating patterns
Promiscuity
Dramatic changes in sleep patterns
What interventions can help during a teen crisis?
Self-help strategies
Education and training for parents and teens
Group or individual counseling/therapy
Changing schools
Moving to a new area
Why is Alzheimer’s disease a crisis for caregivers?
It can be emotionally and financially ruinous for families, caregivers, and society at large.
What is Alzheimer’s disease?
A brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills.
What is Alzheimer’s commonly caused by?
The most common form of dementia
What are the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease?
Memory loss
Difficulty remembering new information
Confusion
Mood and behavior changes
Declining ability to care for oneself
Impaired ability to perform basic life tasks
Difficulty carrying on a conversation
What is the ultimate outcome of Alzheimer’s disease?
It is ultimately fatal.
How is Alzheimer’s disease viewed in the U.S.?
The most feared
The most expensive disease.
What are the leading causes of death the most?
Heart disease
Cancer
Alzheimer’s disease
Is Alzheimer’s disease a normal part of aging?
No, it is not a normal part of aging.
Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of ______
aging
Does Alzheimer’s disease remain stable or worsen over time?
It worsens over time.
Is there a current cure for Alzheimer’s disease?
No cure exists, but treatments for symptoms are available and research continues.
What is features of alzheimer?
It worsens over time.
No cure exists, but treatments research for symptoms continues.
It is not a normal part of aging.
What are the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease related to cognitive function?
Memory loss
Impaired thinking and reasoning
Difficulty making judgments and decisions
Challenges in planning and performing familiar tasks
What personality and behavioral changes can Alzheimer’s disease cause?
Depression
Apathy
Social withdrawal
Mood swings
Distrust in others
What other experiences may someone with Alzheimer’s have?
Apathy
Social withdrawal
Mood swings
Wandering
Changes in sleeping habits
What is the average life expectancy after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis?
On average, life expectancy is 8 years after diagnosis, but survival can range from 4 to 20 years.
What types of burdens (yükler) do caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients experience?
Physical
Psychological
Emotional
Social
Financial
What percentage of caregivers are aged 65 or older?
34%
Among caregivers, what is the gender distribution?
2/3 are women
Specifically, over one-third of dementia caregivers are daughters
What portion of caregivers belongs to the sandwich generation?
1/4
What level of stress do Alzheimer’s caregivers frequently report?
High levels of stress
Which disease group are carers caring for when they experience high levels of stress?
Alzheimer’s caregivers
What are common symptoms of caregiver stress?
Denial
Anger
Social withdrawal
Anxiety
Depression
Exhaustion
Sleeplessness
Irritability
Lack of concentration
Health problems
What are some statistics related to caregiver health issues?
59% report depression or anxiety
33% miss their own doctor’s appointments
15% hospitalized for their own health problems
What are some tips for Alzheimer’s caregivers?
Don’t be in denial (İnkar etmeyin)
Avoid asking “Do you remember?”
Don’t argue, correct, or disagree
Interact with the person at their level
Take care of yourself – let others help you, talk about your feelings, eat healthily, exercise, get plenty of rest
What are some causes of suicide?
Illness
Family conflict
Financial difficulties
Emotional relationship issues
Educational failure
Inability to marry the person they wanted
What other factors are associated with an increased risk of suicide?
Children and young people
Men (3 times more likely than women)
The elderly
The unemployed
Alcohol and drug abuse
How does the risk of suicide compare in patients with mental disorders to those without?
The risk is higher for patients with mental disorders, especially if co-existent (diğer ruhsal durumlarla beraber) with other mental conditions.
What is a notable statistic about suicide in Western countries?
Depressive disorder is a significant factor. (%90)
How can social media influence suicide-related behavior?
Increase the risk, especially among 10-14 year-olds.
What other associations increase the risk of suicide?
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Drug abuse
Schizophrenia (9% fold greater risk than general population)