Psychopathology Childhood Flashcards
What are some childhood disorders listed in the study material
Bipolar Disorder Depression Trauma Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder Separation Anxiety Autism Spectrum Disorder ADHD Oppositional Defiant Disorder Conduct Disorder Communication Disorders Intellectual Disability Learning Disorders
What social factors contribute to the increase of childhood psychological disorders
Social media especially cyberbullying the COVID-19 pandemic including social isolation academic disruption family stress loss and fear and sociopolitical issues like racism LGBTQ plus discrimination immigration and gender rights
What are the core symptoms of Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
Severe recurrent temper outbursts that are out of proportion to the situation inconsistent with developmental level occurring three or more times per week with a persistently irritable or angry mood most of the day nearly every day
What is the required duration of symptoms for a DMDD diagnosis
Symptoms must persist for twelve or more months without a symptom free period lasting three or more consecutive months
At what age range can DMDD first be diagnosed
DMDD should not be diagnosed for the first time before age six or after age eighteen and the onset of symptoms must occur before age ten
In how many settings must DMDD symptoms be present and how severe must they be
Symptoms must be present in at least two settings such as home school or with peers and must be severe in at least one of those settings
What are three symptoms of Separation Anxiety Disorder
Excessive distress when separated from attachment figures persistent worry about harm to attachment figures refusal to go to school or leave home due to fear of separation
What duration is required for a diagnosis of Separation Anxiety Disorder in children
Symptoms must persist for at least four weeks in children and adolescents
How is Separation Anxiety Disorder diagnosed in adults compared to children
In adults the symptoms must persist for at least six months
What kinds of physical symptoms might a child with Separation Anxiety Disorder report
Headaches stomachaches nausea or vomiting when separation is anticipated or experienced
What distinguishes trauma symptoms in children from adults
Children may express trauma through repetitive play nightmares with emotional content but no clear details and impulsive or aggressive behaviors
What is a unique feature of PTSD diagnosis in youth according to the DSM 5
Stressor criteria include the loss of a parent or attachment figure and trauma may appear in developmentally specific ways such as themed play or vague nightmares
Why might children with PTSD not report their trauma related symptoms clearly
Children may not connect their symptoms to trauma or may minimize symptoms to seem like everything is okay
What are some long term impacts of trauma in childhood
Disruptions in attachment self regulation and adaptive functioning as well as increased risk for anxiety depression bipolar disorder psychosis eating disorders and behavioral disorders
What are examples of sociopolitical factors that may increase risk for childhood mental health issues
Racism LGBTQ plus discrimination immigration related stress and gender rights challenges
How did the COVID 19 pandemic impact child psychopathology
It led to social isolation academic disruption family stress and increased feelings of loss and fear which contributed to mental health issues
