Psychiatric Disorders Flashcards
The brain is _____% fat
80%
the fatty acid composition of neuronal cell membrane reflects ______________
dietary intake
Nutrients effect on mental health
- Support the normal development of the brain & CNS
- Support ______ and sense of well-being
- Maintain structure & function of ______
- Provide an energy source for the brain
- Serve as precursors & cofactors for _________production
mood
neurons
neurotransmitter
what amino acids are needed for neurotransmitter productions
phenylalanine
tyrosin
tryptophan
glutamine
Vitamins needed for neurotransmitter production
B1 B2 B3 B6 B12 and folate
minerals needed for neurotransmitter production
zinc
copper
iron
iodine
selenium
magnesium
Gut contains ~100 million neurons
________, ________, and __________ are major neurotransmitters in the ENS
Neural activity in the gut is triggered by receptors responding to ______, ______, and _______ stimuli
Bidirectional information continually passes between the gut & CNS
Gut ________ & byproducts influence brain function and behavior
Acetylcholine, serotonin, & norepinephrine
mechanical, osmotic, & chemical
bacteria
Rapid & abrupt increases in BG can trigger an excessive release of insulin followed by a rapid drop in BG
The body compensates by raising levels of _______ & ________ which can trigger ________ & _______
Reducing refined CHO & sugar intake can decrease these BG fluctuations considerably
epinephrine
cortisol
emotional changes
erratic behavior
preferred fatty acids in the brain & nervous system
Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)
docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
these are omega-3 FA
EPA & DHA may have benefit in management of what disorders?
Higher intake of ____ is associated with decreased risk of depression, especially for women
anxiety
depression
post-partum depression
bipolar disorder
schizophrenia
fish
_______ is an essential coenzyme for neurotransmitters (e.g., serotonin) that are potential targets for antidepressant therapies
Thiamin
_________ deficiency may be involved in the pathogenesis of depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, psychosis, & phobias
Vitamin B12
______ deficiency is associated with depression & schizophrenia
_____ deficiency is associated with major & minor depression in older adults
Folate
Vit D
MINERALS
________ deficiency can cause anxiety
______ and _______ deficiency is associated with depression
_____ may reduce depressive symptoms
Magnesium
iron and selenium
zinc
Amino acids are precursors for what neurotransmitters?
Also the precursor for ___________
serotonin
dopamine
norepinephrine
antioxidant glutathione
Research suggests that ____________ found in plant-based foods are important for normal brain function and mental health
ex: ______
phytochemicals
flavonoids
__________ have antioxidant activity and protect and preserve brain cell structure & metabolism
Flavonoids
Flavonoids Found in=>
berries, grapes & red wine, citrus fruit
onions, kale, red cabbage
tea, curcumin, dark chocolate
Specific factors to consider in this population with mental disorders
changes in appetite
increase or decrease in activity level
decreased ability to concentrate, understand, follow directions
factors to consider for this population if they are taking medicine
dry mouth
thirst
constipation
wt change
ASSESSMENT
Altered nutritional needs due to use of ____ or ______
Possible decrease in ability for ______ such as adequate income, shopping, meal preparation
History of __________ that may have resulted in suboptimal nutritional intake
Use of _____________
alcohol or tobacco
self-care
comorbid conditions
nutrition supplements
most common type of mental illness in the U.S. ?
anxiety disorders
Common to anxiety disorders are heightened and poorly controlled ______, _____, and ______ symptoms triggered by a specific situation
Underlying etiology is not well understood
- ________ component
emotional, somatic, & neurologic
Genetic
The stress of an adverse ____________ can constitute a significant etiologic factor for anxiety that may impact the individual into and throughout adulthood
childhood experience
Medication types used in the Management of Anxiety
benzodiazepines
SSRIs
SNRIs
Benxodiazapines anxiety
alprazolam
clonazepam