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Stress Disorders Flashcards

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What is Acute Stress Disorder?

A

Symptoms that match PTSD but they only last for < 1 month

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How long must symptoms be present in order to diagnose Acute Stress Disorder?

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LESS than 1 month

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How long must symptoms be present in order to diagnose PTSD?

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GREATER than 1 month

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If a patient is having symptoms of PTSD, what time frame is PTSD and what is Acute Stress Disorder?

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< 1 month = Acute Stress Disorder
> 1 month = PTSD

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List symptoms of PTSD/Acute Stress Disorder

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Intrusions = flashbacks, memories, nightmares
Avoidance of stimuli related to event
Mood change
Dissociation
Increased arousal = hyper-vigilance, easily startles

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List symptoms of PTSD/Acute Stress Disorder

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Intrusions = flashbacks, memories, nightmares
Avoidance of stimuli related to event
Mood change
Dissociation
Increased arousal = hyper-vigilance, easily startles

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What is the treatment for PTSD?

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Psychotherapy and SSRIs

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What type of psychotherapy is the best for PTSD?

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Group therapy

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What drug class is initially the best for PTSD?

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SSRIs

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What specific drug can help with the nightmares with PTSD?

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Prazosin = alpha 1 antagonist

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What can Prazosin be used for and whats its MOA?

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Nightmares with PTSD
MOA = alpha 1 antagonist

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Describe Adjustment Disorder

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A life stressor occurs and then within 3 months a mood change occurs that does not qualify for a mood disorder diagnosis

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How long are symptoms present to diagnose an Adjustment Disorder?

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LESS than 6 months

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When must the mood change arise with an Adjustment Disorder?

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Within 3 months of the life stressor

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What is the duration of an Adjustment Disorder?

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LESS than 6 months

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What is the treatment for an Adjustment Disorder?

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NO TREATMENT - will resolve

17
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What 2 disorders can arise due to abuse or neglect in infancy?

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Reactive Attachment Disorder
Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder

18
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What 2 disorders can arise due to abuse or neglect in infancy?

A

Reactive Attachment Disorder
Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder

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What is Reactive Attachment Disorder?

A

Abuse/neglect in infancy leads to never pairing to anyone in adulthood

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What is Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder?

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Abuse/neglect in infancy leads to pairing too much in adulthood

21
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When must Reactive Attachment Disorder and Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder be diagnosed?

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BEFORE 5 years old!

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What is the treatment for Reactive Attachment Disorder and Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder?

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Treatment is directed towards the caregiver to be a better parent

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