https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8 en-us 2017-01-12 19:00:31 UTC 2017-01-23 22:23:15 UTC hello@padlet.com danit_frydman https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/146896000 2017-01-12 19:08:23 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/146896000 danit_frydman https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/146903059 DSM-5 criteria:
The presence of excessive anxiety and worry about a variety of topics, events, or activities that excessive worry
= worrying when nothing is wrong. Typically involves spending a high percentage of waking hours worrying about something. The worry may be accompanied by reassurance-seeking from others.
associated symptoms:
 1.Edginess or restlessness.
2.Tiring easily (more fatigued than usual)
3.Impaired concentration or feeling like the mind goes blank.
 4.Irritability (may or may not be observable to others).
 5.Increased muscle aches or soreness.
 6.Difficulty sleeping (due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, restlessness at   
night, or unsatisfying sleep).
Duration needed for diagnosis:
more often than not for at least 6 months and is clearly excessive.

source: DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (google classroom) ]]> 2017-01-12 19:29:11 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/146903059 danit_frydman https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/146903119 this video demonstrates the effect of GAD on daily life.
 watch 00:00-00:40 and 4:20-5:02 ]]> 2017-01-12 19:29:20 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/146903119 danit_frydman https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/146903222 summary:
Nicholson was affected by GAD when her life practically fell apart. she had to give up on a lot of things because of that. she got put on medication and eventually ended up in a hospital after trying to commit suicide. Now, she's back on her feet, living a more than normal life and working for the awareness on GAD.
misconceptions:
- If you have an anxiety disorder, it is important to avoid stress and situations that make you feel “stressed"
- The causes of anxiety disorders are usually rooted in childhood, so effective therapy must focus on that time period.
- Some people are just worrywarts or neurotic, and there is nothing that can really make any difference.




]]> 2017-01-12 19:29:35 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/146903222 emily_chaleff https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148197715 Exact causes are not fully known. 
Women are twice as likely to be effected by Generalized Anxiety Disorder than Men. 
It can be inherited. 
stressful life experiences and environments can play a role in GED appearing. 
For the most part, the disorder comes on gradually. 
Most likely to appear in childhood through middle age. 
GED effects 3.1% of the population. ]]> 2017-01-19 18:52:00 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148197715 emily_chaleff https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148198204 Some Treatments include:
Cognitive-behavior therapy
Exposure therapy
Medication
Relaxation teqniques
Meditation
Yoga

Cognitive-behavior therapy:
It focuses on identifying, understanding, and changing thinking and behavior patterns. Patient is actively involved in their own recovery. Some parts include: reading about the problem, recording in between sessions, learning skills and practicing learned skills.

Exposure Therapy:
Exposure therapy is a process for reducing fear and anxiety responses. In therapy, a person is gradually exposed to a feared situation or object, learning to become less sensitive over time. Exposure therapy is a form of Cognitive-behavior therapy. ]]> 2017-01-19 18:53:06 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148198204 emily_chaleff https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148198910
"Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)." Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA. N.p., n.d. Web. 23 Jan. 2017

""Myth-Conceptions," About Anxiety." Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA. N.p., n.d. Web. 23 Jan. 2017.

"What Doesn't Kill Us: My Battle With Generalized Anxiety Disorder." What Doesn't Kill Us: My Battle With Generalized Anxiety Disorder | Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA. N.p., n.d. Web. 23 Jan. 2017.

"Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)." Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Symptoms, Self Help, and Treatment to Break Free from Chronic Anxiety. N.p., n.d. Web. 23 Jan. 2017.


]]> 2017-01-19 18:54:50 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148198910 danit_frydman https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148203083 2017-01-19 19:05:59 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148203083 danit_frydman https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148203220 A website for further information]]> 2017-01-19 19:06:24 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148203220 emily_chaleff https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148208591 Summit Psychological Services in Summit New Jersey has many different therapist and counselors who have experience in treating anxiety. They range from treating Children to Adults.

http://www.summitpsychologicalservices.com/staff]]> 2017-01-19 19:19:52 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148208591 danit_frydman https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148215230 2017-01-19 19:38:58 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_chaleff/8m6rqelp5sz8/wish/148215230