The client, a 29-year-old female teacher, has a specific phobia of animals, especially cats. She experiences intense fear, anxiety, and physical symptoms like increased heart rate when exposed to animals. She avoids situations where animals may be present to prevent experiencing these symptoms. The therapist determined the client meets criteria for specific phobia based on her responses to a diagnostic scale. The treatment plan focuses on exposure therapy, relaxation techniques, and graduated exposure to help the client reduce her fear and learn to cope with anxiety-provoking situations involving animals.
Psychoeducation involves educating patients and families about mental health conditions to help them better understand and manage the illness. It has roots in movements from the early 20th century and has been shown to improve outcomes. Psychoeducation can be delivered individually, to families, or in groups. It covers topics like the nature of the illness, treatment, and how to prevent relapse. Various models exist including providing information, teaching skills, and being supportive. Psychoeducation has benefits for conditions like schizophrenia, depression, and eating disorders.
Transference is often manifested as an erotic attraction towards a therapist, but can be seen in many other forms such as rage, hatred, mistrust, parentification, extreme dependence, or even placing the therapist in a god-like or guru status.
The document defines narcissistic personality disorder as a condition characterized by grandiosity, lack of empathy, and need for admiration. People with this disorder often see themselves as superior or special and seek excessive attention and admiration. They have difficulty tolerating criticism and may feel humiliated by rejection. Treatment can be challenging as those with narcissistic personality disorder tend to be defensive, but psychotherapy aimed at developing compassion and healthier relationships can help.
This document summarizes research on the prodromal or pre-psychotic phase of schizophrenia. It discusses that 40% of individuals experiencing a prodromal phase will develop schizophrenia. The prodrome lacks clear symptoms but may include things like perceptual disturbances, paranoia, and declining social function. Brain imaging has shown reduced gray matter in those who convert to psychosis. While factors like family history and stress increase risk, there are no definitive predictors of who will convert. The document discusses potential treatments like antipsychotics and psychotherapy during the prodrome to potentially delay or prevent psychosis, but notes significant open questions remain about risks and benefits.
Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) is characterized by inhibited or emotionally withdrawn behavior toward caregivers manifested as rarely seeking or responding to comfort when distressed. It results from extreme neglect such as lack of emotional nurturing or repeated changes in caregivers. Children with RAD show minimal social/emotional responsiveness, limited positive affect, and irritability. Treatment focuses on forming secure attachments through individual, family, and play therapy. RAD significantly impairs social relationships and is associated with developmental delays. It is differentiated from autism by histories of neglect rather than social communication deficits.
This document summarizes psychiatric manifestations that can occur with epilepsy. It discusses preictal, ictal, and postictal conditions as well as interictal personality disturbances, psychotic symptoms, mood disorders, violence, and suicide risk. Correct diagnosis can be difficult when psychiatric symptoms are severe without changes in consciousness. Maintaining suspicion for epilepsy even without classic signs is important. New psychiatric symptoms in a patient with epilepsy may represent disease evolution rather than an independent disorder.
This is a presentation done on 4/6/11 for the Grand Rounds at Wayne State university by Pallav Pareek M.D.
This presentation talks about the concept of prdrome as it is(if?) applicable to schizophrenia, and if schizophrenia is becoming more of a preventable illness as science progresses. If so what are the various ways and means in which we can accomplish this prevention.
Amidst so much controversy on the issue , whether there is a prodrome for this illness or not, here I have tried to present the recent advances in this field and the recent scientific literature in this regard.
The client, a 29-year-old female teacher, has a specific phobia of animals, especially cats. She experiences intense fear, anxiety, and physical symptoms like increased heart rate when exposed to animals. She avoids situations where animals may be present to prevent experiencing these symptoms. The therapist determined the client meets criteria for specific phobia based on her responses to a diagnostic scale. The treatment plan focuses on exposure therapy, relaxation techniques, and graduated exposure to help the client reduce her fear and learn to cope with anxiety-provoking situations involving animals.
Psychoeducation involves educating patients and families about mental health conditions to help them better understand and manage the illness. It has roots in movements from the early 20th century and has been shown to improve outcomes. Psychoeducation can be delivered individually, to families, or in groups. It covers topics like the nature of the illness, treatment, and how to prevent relapse. Various models exist including providing information, teaching skills, and being supportive. Psychoeducation has benefits for conditions like schizophrenia, depression, and eating disorders.
Transference is often manifested as an erotic attraction towards a therapist, but can be seen in many other forms such as rage, hatred, mistrust, parentification, extreme dependence, or even placing the therapist in a god-like or guru status.
The document defines narcissistic personality disorder as a condition characterized by grandiosity, lack of empathy, and need for admiration. People with this disorder often see themselves as superior or special and seek excessive attention and admiration. They have difficulty tolerating criticism and may feel humiliated by rejection. Treatment can be challenging as those with narcissistic personality disorder tend to be defensive, but psychotherapy aimed at developing compassion and healthier relationships can help.
This document summarizes research on the prodromal or pre-psychotic phase of schizophrenia. It discusses that 40% of individuals experiencing a prodromal phase will develop schizophrenia. The prodrome lacks clear symptoms but may include things like perceptual disturbances, paranoia, and declining social function. Brain imaging has shown reduced gray matter in those who convert to psychosis. While factors like family history and stress increase risk, there are no definitive predictors of who will convert. The document discusses potential treatments like antipsychotics and psychotherapy during the prodrome to potentially delay or prevent psychosis, but notes significant open questions remain about risks and benefits.
Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) is characterized by inhibited or emotionally withdrawn behavior toward caregivers manifested as rarely seeking or responding to comfort when distressed. It results from extreme neglect such as lack of emotional nurturing or repeated changes in caregivers. Children with RAD show minimal social/emotional responsiveness, limited positive affect, and irritability. Treatment focuses on forming secure attachments through individual, family, and play therapy. RAD significantly impairs social relationships and is associated with developmental delays. It is differentiated from autism by histories of neglect rather than social communication deficits.
This document summarizes psychiatric manifestations that can occur with epilepsy. It discusses preictal, ictal, and postictal conditions as well as interictal personality disturbances, psychotic symptoms, mood disorders, violence, and suicide risk. Correct diagnosis can be difficult when psychiatric symptoms are severe without changes in consciousness. Maintaining suspicion for epilepsy even without classic signs is important. New psychiatric symptoms in a patient with epilepsy may represent disease evolution rather than an independent disorder.
This is a presentation done on 4/6/11 for the Grand Rounds at Wayne State university by Pallav Pareek M.D.
This presentation talks about the concept of prdrome as it is(if?) applicable to schizophrenia, and if schizophrenia is becoming more of a preventable illness as science progresses. If so what are the various ways and means in which we can accomplish this prevention.
Amidst so much controversy on the issue , whether there is a prodrome for this illness or not, here I have tried to present the recent advances in this field and the recent scientific literature in this regard.
This document provides information about mood disorders and suicide risk. It discusses the signs and symptoms of mood disorders like major depression and bipolar disorder. It notes that mood disorders are common in children and adolescents and often involve comorbid conditions. Left untreated, mood disorders can negatively impact school performance and social functioning and increase risks of self-harm and suicide. The document outlines strategies for recognizing mood disorders in students and assisting students who are recovering. It also provides guidance on assessing suicide risk and intervening to help ensure student safety and access to appropriate treatment and support.
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is characterized by a pattern of negative, defiant, disobedient and hostile behavior toward authority figures. To be diagnosed with ODD, a child's behavior must be worse than their peers and meet criteria in the DSM. ODD is usually diagnosed by age 8 and affects 1-6% of children, more commonly boys. It can be caused by inconsistent parenting, learning difficulties, family factors and may co-exist with other disorders like ADHD. Treatment involves therapy, parenting programs, and in some cases medication, with the goal of developing coping skills to reduce frustration and defiance.
This document discusses psychiatric emergencies in children. It defines psychiatric emergencies as situations where there is direct and immediate threat to a child's mental health or where distressing psychiatric or behavioral symptoms require emergency attention. Common psychiatric emergencies in children include severe depression and suicide risk, dissociative disorders, anxiety, abuse, conduct disorders, and psychotic disorders. Emergent presentations can include impaired consciousness, abnormal behavior, suicidal behavior, aggression, refusal to eat, and acute anxiety. The document outlines approaches to assessment and management of such psychiatric emergencies in pediatric populations.
1) Psychosis refers to impaired reality testing, such as believing events that are not real occurred. Psychotic disorders include schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and delusional disorder.
2) Schizophrenia affects about 1% of the population and is characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. It has both positive symptoms like hallucinations and negative symptoms like lack of emotion.
3) Schizoaffective disorder involves symptoms of both schizophrenia and a mood disorder at the same time. Delusional disorder involves nonbizarre delusions not caused by other conditions.
This document discusses seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as winter depression or winter blues. It provides synonyms, classification, symptoms, causes, complications, diagnosis criteria, miasmatic analysis, rubrics for homeopathic treatment, and potential remedies. SAD is characterized by depression that occurs at a specific time of year, usually winter, and is related to lack of sunlight and serotonin levels. Symptoms include oversleeping, overeating carbohydrates, lack of energy, and withdrawal. It can potentially lead to depression, hopelessness, lack of pleasure, and in severe cases, suicidal thoughts. Homeopathic remedies mentioned for treatment include Phosphorus, Sulphur, Hepar sulph, Sil
This document provides an overview of psychotherapies for addiction treatment. It defines addiction and describes different types of drugs including stimulants, depressants, opioids, hallucinogens, and cannabis. It then discusses various treatment models and approaches for addiction including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, contingency management, 12-step facilitation therapy, multisystemic therapy, and relapse prevention therapy. The document emphasizes that addiction is a chronic disease that often requires long-term, multi-pronged treatment approaches to support individuals in stopping drug use and staying drug-free.
Transference and countertransference refer to unconscious processes in spiritual direction relationships. Transference occurs when a directee unconsciously redirects feelings from past relationships onto the director. Countertransference is when a director unconsciously reacts to feelings aroused by the directee. Unrecognized transference and countertransference can harm the relationship, but addressing them can provide opportunities for growth. Examples include feelings of attraction, treating the director as a parental figure, or running over time. Directors should notice their own feelings and discuss them in supervision to use transference and countertransference constructively.
Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) occurs when children are unable to form healthy attachments with caregivers. It results from a lack of response to a child's needs which prevents the development of trust. Symptoms include emotional withdrawal, lack of eye contact, and no interest in interaction. RAD is caused by neglect, frequent changes in caregivers, or abuse. Treatment involves counseling, parenting classes, and addressing any other conditions present. Forming secure attachments early in life through consistent care is important for healthy social and emotional development.
The document outlines the EMDR protocol for treating psychological trauma. It involves identifying a target issue or memory, focusing on the worst part of the event and how it makes the patient feel negatively about themselves. The patient then identifies a positive belief they would rather have, rates how true that positive belief feels, and notes the emotions and physical sensations the original memory brings up. The therapist helps reduce the distress level by having the patient focus on bilateral stimulation like eye movements while discussing the memory.
The document discusses the "toxic trio" of domestic abuse, parental substance misuse, and parental mental health issues and their impact on parenting and child outcomes. It provides prevalence rates for these issues among child protection and family services cohorts. The document also examines barriers to supporting families dealing with the toxic trio and discusses emerging models like Hampshire's Family Intervention Teams that aim to address toxic trio issues swiftly with integrated specialist support.
psychiatry.Somatoform disorders animation part i.(dr.nzar)student
Somatoform disorders involve patients who believe their suffering comes from undiagnosed physical issues. This document discusses somatization disorder specifically. It is characterized by multiple medically unexplained symptoms affecting multiple body systems. Factors associated with somatization disorder include abuse history, depression, and high levels of somatization. Both physical and sexual abuse history are independently linked to increased gastric sensitivity. Physical abuse history and somatization are also independently associated with slower gastric emptying. Psychological processes may influence gastric function through brain-gut pathways.
This document provides a history of behavior therapy and describes techniques used, including systematic desensitization. It discusses early pioneers in behavior therapy from the 1920s applying classical conditioning to fears. Systematic desensitization involves constructing an anxiety hierarchy with the patient, teaching relaxation techniques, and having the patient imagine scenarios from the hierarchy while relaxed, gradually moving up to more anxiety-provoking items. The rationale includes theories that the process reduces anxiety through counterconditioning, habituation, or extinction.
- Women experience higher rates of depression, anxiety, and somatic symptoms than men. Certain life events that disproportionately affect women, such as gender-based violence and low socioeconomic status, are risk factors for these common mental disorders.
- Throughout a woman's life, hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and menopause can impact mental health and susceptibility to mental illness. Conditions like premenstrual dysphoric disorder and postpartum depression are more prevalent in women.
- Women are also more likely to be affected by disorders like PTSD due to higher rates of sexual violence and trauma. While research on gender differences in mental health is growing, more work is still needed to improve identification and treatment
This document discusses various techniques used in counseling and psychotherapy, including:
1. Prescribing tasks and directives to foster new ways of thinking and behaving.
2. Challenging symptoms, worldviews, and pushback through techniques like empty chair work and sculpting relationships.
3. Using genograms to provide context and track patterns across generations to better understand presenting problems.
It then provides examples of six techniques using chairs as props, such as open forums, decision making, and making emotions controllable. The benefits of these techniques in counseling are also summarized.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for Psychosiscitinfo
Presented by: Dawn I. Velligan, Ph.D.
Professor, Department of Psychiatry
Director, Division of Schizophrenia and Related Disorders
Meredith L. Draper, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry
University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio
Some behavioural addictions like problem gambling and internet pornography addiction carry risks of suicide due to increased shame, isolation, and depression when the behaviors are disclosed. Counselors should be aware of this risk and address suicidal ideation proactively with clients, especially males who may suppress emotions. Normalizing suicidal thoughts can help identify risk levels without increasing shame, and motivational interviewing can resolve ambivalence and build self-efficacy to reduce risks. However, counselors must consider individual factors and be careful not to suggest suicidal actions to vulnerable clients.
ADHD - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ADHD is the most common neurobehavioral
disorder of childhood. It is characterized by developmentally inappropriate and impairing levels of gross motor over activity, inattention and
impulsivity. It can continue through adolescence and
adulthood.
Bipolar disorder is a brain disorder that causes shifts in mood and energy levels, ranging from periods of extremely high or happy mood (mania) to periods of very sad or hopeless mood (depression). These mood swings are more extreme than normal happiness or sadness and can impact sleep, thinking, and daily functioning. Symptoms include changes in emotion, sleep, activity, and behaviors. Bipolar disorder affects approximately 5.7 million Americans and often runs in families, though the exact causes are unknown. Treatment involves medication, psychotherapy, and other therapies to help manage mood symptoms.
This document provides an overview of pervasive developmental disorders (PDD) including autism spectrum disorder, Rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, Asperger's syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified. It discusses the characteristics, causes, clinical features, diagnosis, and management of each disorder. The disorders are characterized by delays in socialization and communication skills. Management involves early intervention, education, behavioral therapies, social skills training, medications, and creating structure and routine.
This document provides an overview of attachment theory, including definitions of secure, avoidant, ambivalent, and disorganized attachment styles in children. It discusses John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth's seminal research in this area. Secure attachment develops when a child believes their caregiver is available and responsive to their needs. Insecure styles develop when caregivers are inconsistent, neglectful or abusive. Disorganized attachment occurs when the caregiver is both the source of fear and comfort. Long term effects of insecure attachment can include difficulties with relationships and regulating emotions. Treatment focuses on providing consistent safety, trust and support to help "reparent" children and repair their ability to form attachments.
This document provides information about mood disorders and suicide risk. It discusses the signs and symptoms of mood disorders like major depression and bipolar disorder. It notes that mood disorders are common in children and adolescents and often involve comorbid conditions. Left untreated, mood disorders can negatively impact school performance and social functioning and increase risks of self-harm and suicide. The document outlines strategies for recognizing mood disorders in students and assisting students who are recovering. It also provides guidance on assessing suicide risk and intervening to help ensure student safety and access to appropriate treatment and support.
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is characterized by a pattern of negative, defiant, disobedient and hostile behavior toward authority figures. To be diagnosed with ODD, a child's behavior must be worse than their peers and meet criteria in the DSM. ODD is usually diagnosed by age 8 and affects 1-6% of children, more commonly boys. It can be caused by inconsistent parenting, learning difficulties, family factors and may co-exist with other disorders like ADHD. Treatment involves therapy, parenting programs, and in some cases medication, with the goal of developing coping skills to reduce frustration and defiance.
This document discusses psychiatric emergencies in children. It defines psychiatric emergencies as situations where there is direct and immediate threat to a child's mental health or where distressing psychiatric or behavioral symptoms require emergency attention. Common psychiatric emergencies in children include severe depression and suicide risk, dissociative disorders, anxiety, abuse, conduct disorders, and psychotic disorders. Emergent presentations can include impaired consciousness, abnormal behavior, suicidal behavior, aggression, refusal to eat, and acute anxiety. The document outlines approaches to assessment and management of such psychiatric emergencies in pediatric populations.
1) Psychosis refers to impaired reality testing, such as believing events that are not real occurred. Psychotic disorders include schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and delusional disorder.
2) Schizophrenia affects about 1% of the population and is characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. It has both positive symptoms like hallucinations and negative symptoms like lack of emotion.
3) Schizoaffective disorder involves symptoms of both schizophrenia and a mood disorder at the same time. Delusional disorder involves nonbizarre delusions not caused by other conditions.
This document discusses seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as winter depression or winter blues. It provides synonyms, classification, symptoms, causes, complications, diagnosis criteria, miasmatic analysis, rubrics for homeopathic treatment, and potential remedies. SAD is characterized by depression that occurs at a specific time of year, usually winter, and is related to lack of sunlight and serotonin levels. Symptoms include oversleeping, overeating carbohydrates, lack of energy, and withdrawal. It can potentially lead to depression, hopelessness, lack of pleasure, and in severe cases, suicidal thoughts. Homeopathic remedies mentioned for treatment include Phosphorus, Sulphur, Hepar sulph, Sil
This document provides an overview of psychotherapies for addiction treatment. It defines addiction and describes different types of drugs including stimulants, depressants, opioids, hallucinogens, and cannabis. It then discusses various treatment models and approaches for addiction including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, contingency management, 12-step facilitation therapy, multisystemic therapy, and relapse prevention therapy. The document emphasizes that addiction is a chronic disease that often requires long-term, multi-pronged treatment approaches to support individuals in stopping drug use and staying drug-free.
Transference and countertransference refer to unconscious processes in spiritual direction relationships. Transference occurs when a directee unconsciously redirects feelings from past relationships onto the director. Countertransference is when a director unconsciously reacts to feelings aroused by the directee. Unrecognized transference and countertransference can harm the relationship, but addressing them can provide opportunities for growth. Examples include feelings of attraction, treating the director as a parental figure, or running over time. Directors should notice their own feelings and discuss them in supervision to use transference and countertransference constructively.
Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) occurs when children are unable to form healthy attachments with caregivers. It results from a lack of response to a child's needs which prevents the development of trust. Symptoms include emotional withdrawal, lack of eye contact, and no interest in interaction. RAD is caused by neglect, frequent changes in caregivers, or abuse. Treatment involves counseling, parenting classes, and addressing any other conditions present. Forming secure attachments early in life through consistent care is important for healthy social and emotional development.
The document outlines the EMDR protocol for treating psychological trauma. It involves identifying a target issue or memory, focusing on the worst part of the event and how it makes the patient feel negatively about themselves. The patient then identifies a positive belief they would rather have, rates how true that positive belief feels, and notes the emotions and physical sensations the original memory brings up. The therapist helps reduce the distress level by having the patient focus on bilateral stimulation like eye movements while discussing the memory.
The document discusses the "toxic trio" of domestic abuse, parental substance misuse, and parental mental health issues and their impact on parenting and child outcomes. It provides prevalence rates for these issues among child protection and family services cohorts. The document also examines barriers to supporting families dealing with the toxic trio and discusses emerging models like Hampshire's Family Intervention Teams that aim to address toxic trio issues swiftly with integrated specialist support.
psychiatry.Somatoform disorders animation part i.(dr.nzar)student
Somatoform disorders involve patients who believe their suffering comes from undiagnosed physical issues. This document discusses somatization disorder specifically. It is characterized by multiple medically unexplained symptoms affecting multiple body systems. Factors associated with somatization disorder include abuse history, depression, and high levels of somatization. Both physical and sexual abuse history are independently linked to increased gastric sensitivity. Physical abuse history and somatization are also independently associated with slower gastric emptying. Psychological processes may influence gastric function through brain-gut pathways.
This document provides a history of behavior therapy and describes techniques used, including systematic desensitization. It discusses early pioneers in behavior therapy from the 1920s applying classical conditioning to fears. Systematic desensitization involves constructing an anxiety hierarchy with the patient, teaching relaxation techniques, and having the patient imagine scenarios from the hierarchy while relaxed, gradually moving up to more anxiety-provoking items. The rationale includes theories that the process reduces anxiety through counterconditioning, habituation, or extinction.
- Women experience higher rates of depression, anxiety, and somatic symptoms than men. Certain life events that disproportionately affect women, such as gender-based violence and low socioeconomic status, are risk factors for these common mental disorders.
- Throughout a woman's life, hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and menopause can impact mental health and susceptibility to mental illness. Conditions like premenstrual dysphoric disorder and postpartum depression are more prevalent in women.
- Women are also more likely to be affected by disorders like PTSD due to higher rates of sexual violence and trauma. While research on gender differences in mental health is growing, more work is still needed to improve identification and treatment
This document discusses various techniques used in counseling and psychotherapy, including:
1. Prescribing tasks and directives to foster new ways of thinking and behaving.
2. Challenging symptoms, worldviews, and pushback through techniques like empty chair work and sculpting relationships.
3. Using genograms to provide context and track patterns across generations to better understand presenting problems.
It then provides examples of six techniques using chairs as props, such as open forums, decision making, and making emotions controllable. The benefits of these techniques in counseling are also summarized.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for Psychosiscitinfo
Presented by: Dawn I. Velligan, Ph.D.
Professor, Department of Psychiatry
Director, Division of Schizophrenia and Related Disorders
Meredith L. Draper, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry
University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio
Some behavioural addictions like problem gambling and internet pornography addiction carry risks of suicide due to increased shame, isolation, and depression when the behaviors are disclosed. Counselors should be aware of this risk and address suicidal ideation proactively with clients, especially males who may suppress emotions. Normalizing suicidal thoughts can help identify risk levels without increasing shame, and motivational interviewing can resolve ambivalence and build self-efficacy to reduce risks. However, counselors must consider individual factors and be careful not to suggest suicidal actions to vulnerable clients.
ADHD - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ADHD is the most common neurobehavioral
disorder of childhood. It is characterized by developmentally inappropriate and impairing levels of gross motor over activity, inattention and
impulsivity. It can continue through adolescence and
adulthood.
Bipolar disorder is a brain disorder that causes shifts in mood and energy levels, ranging from periods of extremely high or happy mood (mania) to periods of very sad or hopeless mood (depression). These mood swings are more extreme than normal happiness or sadness and can impact sleep, thinking, and daily functioning. Symptoms include changes in emotion, sleep, activity, and behaviors. Bipolar disorder affects approximately 5.7 million Americans and often runs in families, though the exact causes are unknown. Treatment involves medication, psychotherapy, and other therapies to help manage mood symptoms.
This document provides an overview of pervasive developmental disorders (PDD) including autism spectrum disorder, Rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, Asperger's syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified. It discusses the characteristics, causes, clinical features, diagnosis, and management of each disorder. The disorders are characterized by delays in socialization and communication skills. Management involves early intervention, education, behavioral therapies, social skills training, medications, and creating structure and routine.
This document provides an overview of attachment theory, including definitions of secure, avoidant, ambivalent, and disorganized attachment styles in children. It discusses John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth's seminal research in this area. Secure attachment develops when a child believes their caregiver is available and responsive to their needs. Insecure styles develop when caregivers are inconsistent, neglectful or abusive. Disorganized attachment occurs when the caregiver is both the source of fear and comfort. Long term effects of insecure attachment can include difficulties with relationships and regulating emotions. Treatment focuses on providing consistent safety, trust and support to help "reparent" children and repair their ability to form attachments.
Attachment-related patterns that differ between individuals are commonly called "attachment styles."
There seems to be an association between a person’s attachment characteristics early in life and in adulthood, but the correlations are far from perfect.
Many adults feel secure in their relationships and comfortable depending on others (echoing “secure” attachment in children).
Others tend to feel anxious about their connection with close others—or prefer to avoid getting close to them in the first place (echoing “insecure” attachment in children).
Borderline personality disorder, characterized by a longing for intimacy and a hypersensitivity to rejection, have shown a high prevalence and severity of insecure attachment.
Attachment styles in adulthood (similar to attachment patterns in children):
Secure
Anxious-preoccupied (high anxiety, low avoidance)
Dismissing-avoidant (low anxiety, high avoidance)
Fearful-avoidant (high anxiety, high avoidance)
Reactive attachment disorder is a condition in which infants and young children do not form healthy attachments with caregivers due to neglect of their emotional needs. It can develop when a child's needs for comfort, affection and nurturing are not consistently met. The diagnostic criteria in the DSM-5 include inhibited or withdrawn behavior toward caregivers, social and emotional problems, and a history of neglect or lack of stable attachments. Treatment focuses on family therapy, counseling, parenting skills classes, and other interventions to help children form secure attachments.
Family disorganization can occur when there is a breakdown in the family system due to a lack of role models, support systems, or internal conflicts. Common causes include a lack of privacy, incompatibility between family members, interference from others, unemployment, poor communication, and abuse or neglect. Children from dysfunctional families often take on roles like the "good child" or "scapegoat" to cope. Consequences for children can include mental health issues, addiction, academic struggles, low self-esteem, delinquency, and continuing the cycle of dysfunction into their own relationships and families as adults.
“Adult Children of Alcoholics" was presented on May 19, 2009 by MaryGrace Fisher, LLMSW, CAAC; Dawn Farm Huron Street therapist. This program provides an overview of beliefs and behaviors that are common to adult children of alcoholics. This program is part of the Dawn Farm Education Series, a FREE, annual workshop series developed to provide accurate, helpful, hopeful, practical, current information about chemical dependency, recovery, family and related issues. The Education Series is organized by Dawn Farm, a non-profit community of programs providing a continuum of chemical dependency services. For information, please see http://www.dawnfarm.org/programs/education-series.
Unresolved childhood attachment issues can lead to difficulties forming secure relationships as an adult. Patterns of attachment continue across generations, so adults with insecure attachments may struggle in relationships and in parenting. While attachment disorders in children are often treated successfully, adult attachment disorders are more complex and can be more difficult to treat. More recognition and treatment options are needed to help suffering adults form healthy attachments.
The document discusses how attachment styles from childhood can impact intimate relationships. People with anxious-preoccupied attachment styles often feel emotional hunger and seek to be rescued by their partners. They may push partners away despite wanting safety and security. Those with anxious/ambivalent styles experienced unpredictable caregiving as children and display distress when separated from caregivers that is not relieved by their return. As adults, they may worry about a partner's love and feelings, seek closeness but have mixed emotions in relationships. Their nervousness and insecurity in relationships can lead to clinginess, dependence on others for validation, and becoming possessive when unsure of a partner's feelings.
1. Attachment theory focuses on the bonds between people, especially long-term bonds like between parents and children or romantic partners.
2. John Bowlby was the first attachment theorist and found that secure attachment is formed when caregivers respond consistently to an infant's needs, creating a sense of security for the child.
3. There are four stages of attachment - pre-attachment, indiscriminate attachment, discriminate attachment, and multiple attachments - that occur from birth to around 18 months as infants form bonds with caregivers.
The document discusses the negative impacts of parental substance abuse on children. It notes that children of substance abusers are more likely to experience abuse and neglect, develop substance abuse issues themselves, and suffer from mental health problems. They often take on dysfunctional family roles like hero, scapegoat, or lost child to cope with the unstable home environment caused by their parent's addiction. Overall, parental substance abuse disrupts children's development and places them at higher risk for both short- and long-term issues.
This document discusses different types of attachment behaviors in children. It describes secure attachment where the child feels protected by their caregiver and can explore freely. Avoidant attachment occurs when the caregiver is emotionally unavailable, leading the child to become very independent. Ambivalent attachment involves children who are very clingy due to inconsistent caregiving. Disorganized attachment is caused by traumatic or abusive caregiving and can impact future relationships. The document relates these topics to the author's personal and professional life, having seen attachment issues firsthand while living in foster care.
Children who witness domestic violence suffer physically and emotionally. They are more likely to experience behavioral, social, and psychological problems including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and difficulty forming relationships. The trauma can negatively impact their development into adulthood. Exposure to violence in the home creates an environment of constant fear for children and affects their ability to feel safe and secure.
The document discusses various psychosocial and sociocultural factors that can influence abnormal behavior. Regarding psychosocial factors, it describes how early deprivation, trauma, inadequate parenting styles, marital discord, and maladaptive peer relationships can increase risks. For sociocultural factors, it outlines how poverty, marginalization, discrimination, social change/uncertainty, urban stressors, and crowding can also influence risks of developing abnormal behaviors. The document provides many examples and evidence from research to support the impact of these different factors.
Child abuse and neglect pediatric and child rightBassam Daqaq
This document discusses the effects of divorce and separation on children of different ages. Younger children may feel confused, angry and sad by the changes in routine. Children aged 6-8 may feel guilty about not being able to "take care" of their parents. Older children can understand two points of view but need help expressing feelings like anger. Teenagers find peer relationships more important and divorce can accelerate their independence. Lack of consistency after separation can be unsettling for children of all ages. Overall, divorce typically results in feelings of abandonment, helplessness, worry and grief for the departed parent across developmental stages.
It is an important topic in today's world. today it has become important to educate our children about child abuse. read this and get information about the child abuse and why it is a hinderence in our country's progress.
The document discusses attachment disorders and secure attachment in children. Secure attachment is formed through attuned interactions between caregiver and infant, which helps the infant feel safe and regulate their emotions and behaviors. Insecure attachment and attachment disorders can be caused by neglect, abuse, frequent caregiver changes and other traumatic experiences, and can impact brain development and lead to difficulties forming relationships and controlling emotions. Treatment focuses on forming a corrective attachment through structure, attunement, empathy, maintaining a positive effect, and supporting the development of reciprocity between child and caregiver.
Stress & reactions related to developmental stagesGnana Jyothi
This document discusses stress and reactions related to developmental stages and play activities for hospitalized children. It begins by defining stress, stressors, and illness. It then discusses the stressors of hospitalization and how a child's reaction depends on their developmental level. Specific stressors include separation from parents, loss of control, and physical harm. The document outlines expected behaviors for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-aged children, adolescents, and parents based on their developmental needs. These include crying, temper tantrums, withdrawal, and dependence. The role of nurses is to help children and families cope with stress through minimizing separation, preparation, explanations, and play. Suggested play activities are diversional activities, toys
We've all heard about dysfunctional families but it is hard to recognise one from the inside. This presentation looks at ten patterns you often see in a dysfuctional family. We look at some of the reasons families can become dysfunctional and some of the ways that kids learn to cope.
If you grew up in a dysfuctional family it doesn't mean that you have to repeat the same behaviours as you endured. It might take a bit of work but you can learn to be empathetic, supportive and loving towards your family members.
This document summarizes an article from the Elim Clinic Newsletter from February 2015. It discusses how addiction affects families and children. Some key points:
- Children in addict families often take on adult roles and responsibilities to care for parents and siblings. They learn not to trust their own feelings and experiences.
- Living with addiction is confusing for children, as they are taught not to believe what they see. They internalize feelings of shame and learn not to trust themselves or others.
- Children may adopt roles like the "responsible child" or "family hero" to cope with the dysfunction in the addict home. These roles can persist into adulthood.
- Growing up in an addict home is lonely and scary for children