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Book Detail
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Anxiety and Depression Information for Teens, Second Edition
Chambers, James
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Previous ISBN (13): 9780780818200 Category: ConsHlth: Adolescents
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Synopsis:
"Anxiety is characterized by intense and unmanageable feelings of fear, worry, and/or panic. When an individual experiences an extended period of sadness that disrupts their day-to-day activities, they may be suffering from depression, which, in some cases, may be caused by anxiety. Depression in teenagers is a severe mental health condition marked by intense feelings of sadness, despair, rage, or frustration that can last for years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 9.4 percent of children aged 3-17 years (approximately 5.8 million) were diagnosed with anxiety in 2016-2019. Similarly, 4.4 percent of children aged 3-17 years (approximately 2.7 million) were diagnosed with depression in 2016-2019.Anxiety and Depression Information for Teens, Second Edition offers an overview of youth mental health and fundamental information about anxiety and depression. It focuses on certain factors influencing these conditions, such as genetics, puberty, climatic changes, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and social media. The book explains various types of anxiety and depression, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorders (PDs), specific phobias, agoraphobia, obsessive- compulsive disorder (OCD), selective mutism (SM), seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and more. It provides in-depth information about the diagnostic and treatment options and discusses strategies for improving mental health. The importance of social connections, peer support, and social inclusion is emphasized. Additionally, the book covers school support, mental health, and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), along with topics like countering vape cravings, reducing caffeine intake, academic support for students, and workplace accommodations for youth with mental health needs. The book concludes with a directory of organizations providing assistance for anxiety, depression, and more.Part 1: Understanding Adolescent Mental Health
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