PsychosocialTest 3 Flashcards
define colic
a set of behaviors most commonly seen in middle-class infants. late/afternoon crying when infant is 2 weeks old. baby who is healthy but cries for more than 3 hours every day for more than 3 weeks
describe feeding disorders in children
range from overeating to undereating
what are some interventions take for temper tantrums
- childproof environment
- present choices and options
- use distraction
- protect the child
- praise child for gaining control
- keep reinforcing desired behaviors
what are some common behavioral problems of childhood
feeding disorders
problems with sleep
temper tantrum
breath holding spells
what are some mental health problems in childhood
environmental problems problems with parent-child interactions emotional problems behavioral problems eating or elimination problems developmental problems pervasive developmental disorders
how does homelessness affect children
high infant mortality rates
high incidence of illness and disease
elevated lead levels in blood
experience hunger, behavior problems, developmental delays, speech delays, sleep disorders, immature motor actions
short attention spans, aggression, withdrawal
what are some therapeutic actions for homeless clients
psychological=know own feelings about homeless. have + attitude.
client interview=delay asking about occupation, address, education. promise confidentiality.
health assessment=educate as you assess. assess children for malnutrition, abuse, neglect.
discharge planning=ask “do you understand problem, how will you get prescription filled, where will you sleep tonight?” write down all instructions
define victimization
the process of causing an individual harm
how does long term abuse and neglect affect children
chronic anxiety
depression
erodes self esteem
define anxiety
a vague uneasy feeling that occurs in response to a threat
define a somatoform disorder
one in which the child or adult as the s/s of illness without a traceable physical cause
thought to be expressions of stress, anxiety, or underlying conflict
what are some warning signs of violence in chlidren
- loss of temper on daily basis
- frequent physical fighting
- vandalism or damage to property
- carries weapon
- announces threats or plans to hurt others
- use of drugs/alcohol
- enjoys hurting animals
- engages in risky behavior
- details plans to commit acts of violence
describe ADHD
- most commonly in found in boys
- a syndrome. cluster of behaviors relating to inattention and impulsive actions
define conduct behavior
defiant of authority
engage in aggressive actions toward other ppl
refuse to follow society’s rules/norms
violate rights of others
define pica
persistent eating of nonfood for more than 1 month
define rumination disorder
uncommon feeding disorder in which the infant regurgitates and re-chews food
what are the two most common elimination problems seen in children
enuresis
encopresis
define enuresis
involuntary urination of a child 5 years or older
describe 3 types of enuresis
primary nocturnal=wetting bed at night
diurnal=daytime wetting
secondary=develops after child has achieved bladder control
define encopresis
the repeated, usually voluntary, passage of feces in inappropriate places in a child over 4 yrs, with no physical abnormalities
define metal retardation
child must have problems in general intellectual and adaptive functioning
- degree is established by IQ test
- IQ score below 70 are defined as retarded
what is the leading known cause of retardation in children
fetal alcohol syndrome
what are some causes of retardation
errors of metabolism. down syndrome. birth injuries. shaken baby syndrome. high fevers. hormonal imbalances. poisonings. accidents. falls
define phonological disorder
child failing to use expected speech sounds for his/her age group
what is a pervasive developmental disorder
a tendency to spread throughout. means that a problem is severe enough to affect several areas of functioning
children with pervasive developmental disorders have problems with what
social interaction skills
communication skills
learning
define autism
a disorder of communication, social interactions, and behavior. present at infancy
define Rett syndrome
the development of motor, language, and social problems and loss of pervious skills that occurs btw 5 months and 4 years of age. head growth declines, hand movements resemble hand wringing, and loss of social interest and severe speech impairments occur
define Asperger’s Syndrome
severe and long-lasting impairments in social interactions with repeated patterns of behavior, interest, and activities. present at infancy
define childhood disintegrative disorder
a period of severe regression in many areas after 2 years of normal development
what is the outstanding feature of autism
different behaviors
define schizophrenia
a condition associated with disturbing thought patterns and a distorted reality. lack of contract with reality and the child’s retreat to is/her own world
what are some therapeutic interventions that can be take for children with mental health problems
- early identification and treatment
- special treatment programs/specific goals are developed for each child
- provide emotional support/encouragement
- provide holistic care w/in an environment that fosters growth and development
- meet basic needs, provide opportunities, and encourage self-care activities
what age group are adolescence in
begin at 11 to 12
end at 18 to 21
what type of hormones are secreted that start puberty
gonadotropins
define abstract thinking
adaptable, flexible thinking that uses concepts, generalizations, and problem solving
what are the 3 basic external problems that teens have
family
social
environmental
functions of peer groups
help loosen family ties. provide stability during times of change. establish behavioral and dress standards. help define present/future social roles. test views of themselves. learn to trust their own choices. learn to make and stand by their communities
what are some examples of behavioral disorders in adolescents
conduct disorder
ADHD
what are some examples of emotional disorders in adolescents
anxiety disorder
mood disorders
what are some chemical dependancy seen in adolescents
abuse of alcohol, caffeine, cocaine, marijuana, nicotine, inhalants, prescription drugs
what are some examples of personality disorders in adolescents
antisocial disorder borderline personality disorder dependent disorder OCD paranoid personality disorder
what are some treatments goals for eating disorders in adolescents
manage medical dangers
restore normal nutrition and eating patterns
meet the psychiatric treatment needs of client/family
what are the four stages of chemical dependency
experimentation
active seeking
preoccupation
burnout
specific interventions for adolescents center around what 5 basic strategies
surveillance limit setting building self esteem role modeling skill development
what are the three reasons that teens attempt suicide
depressed
trying to influence others
suffer from a serious mental health problem
