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Fight or flight The bodys way of preparing for a situation the individual perceives as a threat
to survival (increased BP, HR, respiration, cardiac output)
General adaptation syndrome stages alarm, resistance, exhaustion
Maturational crisis Refer to eriksons 8 stages of development; how the person progresses
through each stage, effects the next; new coping strategies
Situational crisis Unanticipated external events i.e. death, divorce, sudden death, tired from
job
Adventitious crisis Not part of everyday life, caused by nature or human-made
Levels of anxiety Mild, moderate, severe, panic
Mild anxiety symptoms Sharp focus, more effective problem solving, may have slight
physical symptoms
Moderate anxiety symptoms Sees, hears, and grasps less info; selective inattention, ability
to think clearly hindered; problem solving can take place; tension, increased HR, BP, respiration,
GI upset
Severe anxiety symptoms Focused narrowed, doesn't not notice the details of the
environment; learning and problem solving not possible; HA, nausea, insomnia;
hyperventilation may occur
Panic anxiety symptoms Most intense; unable to process what is happening in the
environment; may lose touch with reality; physical behavior may become erratic or impulsive
, Defense mechanisms
Obsession OCD Intrusive and recurrent thoughts
Compulsion OCD Ritualistic behavior/s that reduces anxiety related to the obsession
Priority for panic levels of anxiety Safety for the pt and those around teamwork
Benzos Quick onset (good for panic attacks); not recommended for elderly; risk for
dependence; paradoxal reactions
Buspar No dependency risk; not recommended for those with impaired renal or hepatic
function
SSRIs Paroxetine, fluoxetine, sertaline, etc
Phases of group development Planning, orientation, working, termination
Group leader communication techniques Active listening, asking questions, clarification,
reflection, support
Autocratic leaders Control, interaction not encouraged, leading a community meeting with
fixed time limit
Democratic leaders Extensive group interaction, empowerment of members, psychotherapy
groups
Fight or flight The bodys way of preparing for a situation the individual perceives as a threat
to survival (increased BP, HR, respiration, cardiac output)
General adaptation syndrome stages alarm, resistance, exhaustion
Maturational crisis Refer to eriksons 8 stages of development; how the person progresses
through each stage, effects the next; new coping strategies
Situational crisis Unanticipated external events i.e. death, divorce, sudden death, tired from
job
Adventitious crisis Not part of everyday life, caused by nature or human-made
Levels of anxiety Mild, moderate, severe, panic
Mild anxiety symptoms Sharp focus, more effective problem solving, may have slight
physical symptoms
Moderate anxiety symptoms Sees, hears, and grasps less info; selective inattention, ability
to think clearly hindered; problem solving can take place; tension, increased HR, BP, respiration,
GI upset
Severe anxiety symptoms Focused narrowed, doesn't not notice the details of the
environment; learning and problem solving not possible; HA, nausea, insomnia;
hyperventilation may occur
Panic anxiety symptoms Most intense; unable to process what is happening in the
environment; may lose touch with reality; physical behavior may become erratic or impulsive
, Defense mechanisms
Obsession OCD Intrusive and recurrent thoughts
Compulsion OCD Ritualistic behavior/s that reduces anxiety related to the obsession
Priority for panic levels of anxiety Safety for the pt and those around teamwork
Benzos Quick onset (good for panic attacks); not recommended for elderly; risk for
dependence; paradoxal reactions
Buspar No dependency risk; not recommended for those with impaired renal or hepatic
function
SSRIs Paroxetine, fluoxetine, sertaline, etc
Phases of group development Planning, orientation, working, termination
Group leader communication techniques Active listening, asking questions, clarification,
reflection, support
Autocratic leaders Control, interaction not encouraged, leading a community meeting with
fixed time limit
Democratic leaders Extensive group interaction, empowerment of members, psychotherapy
groups
