Generalized Anxiety Disorder by https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l SPED 2000.602 Katherine Duhig en-us 2022-02-25 05:32:44 UTC 2022-02-25 07:17:01 UTC hello@padlet.com Generalized Anxiety Disorder kduhig7 https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065874838 Generalized Anxiety Disorder or GAD is defined as an anxiety disorder marked by chronic excessive anxiety and worry that is difficult to control, causes distress or impairment in daily functioning, and is accompanied by three or more associated symptoms (Merriam-Webster).]]> 2022-02-25 05:58:55 UTC https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065874838 Mental Characteristics kduhig7 https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065877991
  • Persistent worrying or anxiety about a number of areas that are out of proportion to the impact of the events
  • Overthinking plans and solutions to all possible worst-case outcomes
  • Perceiving situations and events as threatening, even when they aren't
  • Difficulty handling uncertainty
  • Indecisiveness and fear of making the wrong decision
  • Inability to set aside or let go of a worry
  • Inability to relax, feeling restless, and feeling keyed up or on edge
  • Difficulty concentrating, or the feeling that your mind "goes blank"
    • ]]>     2022-02-25 06:03:21 UTC https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065877991     Physical Characteristics kduhig7 https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065878874
  • Fatigue
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Muscle tension or muscle aches
  • Trembling, feeling twitchy
  • Nervousness or being easily startled
  • Sweating
  • Nausea, diarrhea or irritable bowel syndrome
  • Irritability

    • ]]>     2022-02-25 06:04:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065878874     Recognizing GAD in Children and Teens kduhig7 https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065880895 A child or teen with excessive worry may:
    • Feel overly anxious to fit in
    • Be a perfectionist
    • Redo tasks because they aren't perfect the first time
    • Spend excessive time doing homework
    • Lack confidence
    • Strive for approval
    • Require a lot of reassurance about performance
    • Have frequent stomachaches or other physical complaints
    • Avoid going to school or avoid social situations
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  • GAD affects 6.8 million adults, or 3.1% of the U.S. population, yet only 43.2% are receiving treatment.
  • Women are twice as likely to be affected as men. 
  • GAD often co-occurs with major depression.
  • The disorder comes on gradually and can begin across the life cycle, though the risk is highest between childhood and middle age.
    • ]]>     2022-02-25 06:13:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065885945     Resources for Parents and Teachers (State) kduhig7 https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065898831 Worry Wise Kids
    http://www.worrywisekids.org/
    WorryWiseKids mission is to improve the quality of life for anxious children and their families by providing parents, educators and mental health professionals with comprehensive, user-friendly information on the full range of anxiety disorders: how to identify symptoms, find effective treatments and, and prevent anxiety from taking hold in a child's life.]]>     2022-02-25 06:27:37 UTC https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065898831     Resources for Parents and Teachers (National) kduhig7 https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065902303 Anxiety and Depression Association of America
    https://adaa.org/
    ADAA’s mission focuses on improving quality of life for those with these disorders through the alignment of innovative research, evidence-based treatment, education and support. ADAA's mental health professional members contribute blog posts, webinars, website content and more to help improve the quality of life for individuals and their families struggling with anxiety and depression.]]>     2022-02-25 06:31:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065902303     Resources for Teachers (Local) kduhig7 https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065907459 We Are Teachers
    https://www.weareteachers.com/help-students-with-anxiety/
    This article discusses 10 ways teachers can help their students struggling with anxiety in the classroom as well as in their regular lives as well. ]]>     2022-02-25 06:37:11 UTC https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065907459     Adaptations/Accomodations kduhig7 https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065929001 Class Presentations
    Children with extreme social anxiety may have difficulty with oral reports. Having the child present to the teacher alone, or have the child audiotape or videotape the presentation at home.
    Class Participation
    Fears of getting the answer wrong, saying something embarrassing, or simply having other kids look at them may be concerns for an anxious child. Determining the child's comfort with either closed ended questions or with opinion questions. Provide opportunities for the child to share knowledge on topics in which he or she is most confident.
    Testing Conditions
    Allowing students with anxiety to have an extended time period during testing as well as allowing students to take their test in a quiet place as hearing and seeing other students taking and turning in test could upset them and make them believe they don't know the material as well. 
    Time Out Passes
    By allowing students a time out pass, students with GAD can take a minute away from class to refresh, calm down, or breathe as to not get too worked up or stressed out during class also allowing their brains a minute as to refocus. ]]>     2022-02-25 06:57:13 UTC https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065929001     Behavior Management and Social Strategies kduhig7 https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065938787 Talking Openly about Anxiety
    Working with Parents and the Student Counselor
    Implementing Mindfulness Practices
    Practicing Deep Breathing
    Creating a Classroom Safe Space
    Get Students Up and Moving in the Classroom]]>     2022-02-25 07:07:25 UTC https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065938787     References kduhig7 https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065939342 The Children's and Adult Center for OCD and Anxiety. (n.d.). Sample accommodations for anxious kids.  WorryWiseKids.org | Sample Accommodations for Anxious Kids. Retrieved February 25, 2022, from http://www.worrywisekids.org/node/40 

    Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD): Anxiety and depression association of america, ADAA. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) | Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA. (n.d.). Retrieved February 25, 2022, from https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gad 

    Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2017, October 13). Generalized anxiety disorder. Mayo Clinic. Retrieved February 25, 2022, from https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/generalized-anxiety-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20360803 

    Munir, S. (2022, January 9). Generalized anxiety disorder. StatPearls [Internet]. Retrieved February 25, 2022, from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441870/ 
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    https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/a-z-guide/anxiety/
    This website focuses on allowing parents ways they can support them and places they can get help.]]>     2022-02-25 07:16:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kduhig7/ui467ak1k1jx240l/wish/2065947844