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POTS is extremely common and frequently misdiagnosed as anxiety POTS is an invisible disability that impacts every area of life which can lead to impaired self esteem, depression, anxiety, guilt, grief, relationships and secondary health issues Stress from the effects of POTS on the individual’s life can make their POTS symptoms worse.

We often focus on the primary grief after a breakup but fail to consider: Secondary losses that need to be grieved (friends, routine, role/identity, dreams) Guilt (and the need for processing) Changes in self reference and default mode (and the need for alterations) Depressive symptoms that result from the stress of the breakup as well as being a part of the grieving process Grief has 5 phases: Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance #cheapceus #allceus #counselingskills #dawnelisesnipes

-Discuss multiple methods for motivating diverse groups including teams, groups, and families. -Create a safe and empowering environment by recognizing and being responsive to the impact of prior traumas. -Synergize to balance individual differences -Identify strategies to create secure attachments

Part 2 of the last episode.

- Define postpartum depression - Identify signs of postpartum psychosis - Identify Risk factors of PPD - Identify screening tools and protocols - Discuss the impact of PPD on the mother, child and family - Identify the cause of PPD - Explore current biopsychosocial interventions for PPD - Postpartum depression usually occurs in the first 4 to 6 weeks after giving birth, and it is unlikely to get better by itself. - 50% of patients experienced depression for more than 1 year after childbirth. - Women who were not receiving clinical treatment, 30% of women with postpartum depression were still depressed up to 3 years after giving birth

Summary ~ Young traumatized children’s reactions and behaviors are best understood in the context of relationship. ~ Foster care is an active intervention with the goal of helping the young child to recover from their traumatic experience, not just a “place to stay.” ~ The foster/resource parent is an essential partner in the recovery of the young child. ~ Transitions for young children should be carefully planned

Summary - Normal aging is a gradual process that ushers in some physical decline, such as decreased sensory abilities (e.g., vision and hearing) and decreased pulmonary and immune function - Decline in cognitive capacity with aging is partly preventable - Older persons display flexibility in behavior and attitudes and the ability to grow intellectually and emotionally - Losses with aging include Social status, self-esteem, physical capacities, death of friends and loved ones - Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent mental health disorders in older adults - There are many causes of cognitive impairment besides Alzheimers. - Mild cognitive impairment is not unusual and generally does not meet accepted criteria for Alzheimers Schizophrenia in Late Life - Focus on the person's strengths and how they can remain as independent as possible - Encourage quality sleep, daily routines and proper nutrition - Cognitive behavioral and problem solving therapies have both been found to be effective. - Older persons clear medication from their system more slowly and are more susceptible to side effects of many medications. - Day treatment/drop in centers are available throughout the country for respite care as well as to facilitate interaction and allow caregivers to work - Caregivers often have their own emotional, financial and social needs that need to be addressed when caring for a parent or spouse.