Generalized Anxiety Disorder by Catherine Sheng https://padlet.com/catherine_sheng/d9z8qxzctuh3 Psychology CP Final Project en-us 2018-06-04 12:03:12 UTC 2025-12-29 23:40:36 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Condos.png 1. Causes catherine_sheng https://padlet.com/catherine_sheng/d9z8qxzctuh3/wish/265364367 a. a family history of anxiety, recent or prolonged exposure to stressful situations, including personal or family illnesses, excessive use of caffeine or tobacco, which can make existing anxiety worse, and childhood abuse 
b. typical age of onset is between 21-35 years
c. women are twice as likely as en to experience GAD
d. a family history of anxiety can sometimes be a biological cause
e. long exposure to stressful situations can trigger GAD]]> 2018-06-04 12:08:28 UTC https://padlet.com/catherine_sheng/d9z8qxzctuh3/wish/265364367 2. Symptomatology catherine_sheng https://padlet.com/catherine_sheng/d9z8qxzctuh3/wish/265364423 1. The patient has difficulties controlling their worries. Their worry impacts their life socially, occupationally and in other critical life aspects. Can not be better explained by another disorder. 
2. At least 3 of the following symptoms should be present in the patient. (For at least 6 months)
a. Restlessness, feeling keyed up or on edge. 
b. Being easily fatigued. 
c. Difficulty concentrating or mind going blank. 
d. Irritability. 
e. Muscle tension. 
f. Sleep disturbance (difficulty falling or staying asleep, or restless, unsatisfying sleep). 
3. Symptoms should last for at least 6 months and occur often. Should impact events and activities such as work or school. 
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b. the most effective therapy for GAD is cognitive behavioral therapy, and it teaches different ways of thinking, behaving, and reacting to situations that reduce anxiety and worry.]]> 2018-06-04 12:09:00 UTC https://padlet.com/catherine_sheng/d9z8qxzctuh3/wish/265364479 4. Article catherine_sheng https://padlet.com/catherine_sheng/d9z8qxzctuh3/wish/265364510 a. https://www.rd.com/health/conditions/living-with-anxiety/
The article describes what a person might face with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. They include specific examples such as certain feelings one might feel and a few statistics about anxiety. The article also addresses the misconception about overcoming anxiety by "getting over it". While many belittle this disorder, it is not as simple as common worries or fears.
b. For more information visit: https://psychcentral.com/disorders/anxiety/ ]]> 2018-06-04 12:09:11 UTC https://padlet.com/catherine_sheng/d9z8qxzctuh3/wish/265364510 5. Character catherine_sheng https://padlet.com/catherine_sheng/d9z8qxzctuh3/wish/265364631 Spongebob Squarepants is a character who is most likely susceptible to Generalized Anxiety Disorder due to the many actions and feelings we see him do throughout the TV series. Although he is known for being a happy-go-lucky character and being extremely optimistic, there are also many instances in which he shows extreme fear and worries that impact his life. For example, when Spongebob and Patrick were painting Mr. Krabs room, they accidentally got paint on his first dollar bill. While it was only a small mark, Spongebob overreacts and makes the situation worse when trying to take off the small stain. 

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https://www.rd.com/health/conditions/living-with-anxiety/ 
https://psychcentral.com/disorders/anxiety/ 


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