Psychological Issues and Youth discusses common psychological disorders seen in teenagers. It covers issues like alcohol/drug abuse, anxiety, depression, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, conduct disorder, Tourette's syndrome, sexual abuse, and suicide. The document provides information on symptoms, warning signs, and risk factors for each disorder. It aims to educate about normal psychological development versus psychological problems in youth.

1. Psychological Issues and
Youth
General Science

3. Agenda
Introduction
 Psychology
 Problem or Disorder
 Common Disorders in Teenagers
 Conclusion
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4. Introduction

5. Psychology
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Psychology is the science of the mind
and behavior. The word "psychology"
comes from the Greek word psyche
meaning "breath, spirit, soul", and the
Greek word logia meaning the study of
something.

6. Normal or Disorder?

7. Common Psychological Issues

8. Alcohol and Drug
In the 15-24 year age range, 50% of
deaths (from accidents, homicides,
suicides) involve alcohol or drug.
 Some teenagers regularly use drugs or
alcohol to compensate for anxiety,
depression, or a lack of positive social
skills.
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9. Warning signs
a drop in school performance,
 a change in groups of friends,
 delinquent behavior, and
 deterioration in family relationships.
 physical signs such as red eyes, a
persistent cough, and change in eating
and sleeping habits.
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13. Anorexia Nervosa
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Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder that
makes people lose more weight than is
considered healthy for their age and height.
Persons with this disorder may have an intense
fear of weight gain, even when they are
underweight.
The weight loss is usually self-imposed and is
usually less than 85% of expected weight.

14. Symptoms
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Physical symptoms:
 Dry
skin
 Low pulse rate, and
 Low blood pressure
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Behavioral changes:
 Social
withdrawal
 Irritability
 Moodiness, and
 Depression

17. Anxiety
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Anxiety is a general term for several
disorders that cause nervousness, fear,
apprehension, and worrying.
 Generalized
Anxiety Disorder
 Panic Disorder
 Phobia
 Social Anxiety Disorder
 Separation Anxiety Disorder

20. Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity
Disorder
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A teenager with ADHD has problems with paying
attention and concentration and/or with
hyperactive and impulsive behavior.
A teenager may be unable to listen well,
organize work, and follow directions.
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder occurs
more commonly in boys and symptoms are
always present before the age of seven.

22. Depression
 Though the term "depression" can describe a normal
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human emotion, it also can refer to a psychiatric
disorder. Depressive illness in children and adolescents
includes a cluster of symptoms which have been present
for at least two weeks.
In addition a depressive illness includes several of the
following:
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Either significant weight loss (when not dieting) or weight gain
Change in sleeping patterns
Loss of interest in activities formerly enjoyed
Loss of energy, fatigue, feeling slowed down for no reason.
Feelings of guilt and self blame for things that are not one's fault
Inability to concentrate and indecisiveness
Feelings of hopelessness and helplessness
Recurring thought of death and suicide, wishing to die, or
attempting suicide

23. TEST
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Do you feel sad or irritable?
Have you lost interest in activities once enjoyed?
Have you experienced changes in weight or appetite?
Have you experienced changes in sleeping pattern?
Do you have feelings of guilt?
Have you experienced fatigue or loss of energy?
Are you unable to concentrate, remember things, or
make decisions?
Have you experienced restlessness or decreased
activity noticed by others?
Do you feel hopeless, or worthless?
Have you had thoughts of suicide or death?

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According to The National Mental Health
Association, 5 or more yes answers
indicates that you may be suffering from
clinical depression.

26. Conduct Disorder
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Teenagers with conduct disorder have a
repetitive and persistent pattern of behavior in
which they violate the rights of others
Their conduct is more serious than the ordinary
mischief
Frequently there is very early sexual activity.
Self-esteem is usually low
This disorder have also been described as antisocial

28. Suicide
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The warning signs and risk factors associated
with teen suicide include:
depression, previous suicide attempts, recent
losses, frequent thought about death, and the
use of drugs or alcohol.
A teenager planning to commit suicide may also
give verbal hints such as "nothing matters," or "I
won't be a problem for you anymore." They may
also give away favorite possessions or become
suddenly cheerful after a long period of sadness.

31. Bulimia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa occurs when an
adolescent has repeated episodes of
binge eating
 Gastric rupture, kidney failure, and
seizures.
 Other psychological problems such as
depression, intense moods, and low selfesteem are common.
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33. Tourette's Syndrome
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Tourette's Syndrome is characterized by multiple motor
tics and at least one vocal tic. A tic is a sudden, rapid
movement of some of the muscles in the body that
occurs over and over and doesn't serve any purpose.
The location, frequency, and complexity of tics changes
over time.
Tourette's Syndrome is always diagnosed before the age
of eighteen - most commonly appearing around seven
years of age
It occurs more often in males than females and
symptoms are usually present for life.

36. Sexual Abuse
Teenage sexual abuse occurs when an
adolescent is used for gratification of an
adult's sexual needs or desires.
 Adolescents who have been sexually
abused may also suffer from depression,
anxiety, PTSD, feelings of worthlessness
and helplessness, learning impairments,
and destructive behaviors.
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39. Disorder or Paranormal?

41. Conclusion