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NR606/ NR 606 Week 3 Exam Diagnosis & Management in Psychiatric Mental Health II Practicum Expected Questions and Verified Answers

• What are pediatric anxiety disorders?

Ans>> Mental health disorders affecting 9.4% of U.S. children.

• What are the potential impacts of pediatric anxiety disorders?

Ans>> Academic and social impairment, can persist into adulthood.

• What is the most common comorbidity with pediatric anxiety disorders?

Ans>> - Depression.

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• What is the prevalence of OCD across the lifespan?

Ans>> Between 1%-4%.

• At what age do 80% of individuals with OCD show symptoms?

Ans>> By age 18.

• What are some symptoms of anxiety?

Ans>> Trouble concentrating, fatigue, irritabil- ity, muscle tension, frequent urination, upset stomach, trouble sleeping, restless- ness, nightmares, fidgeting, poor performance at school.

• What is generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

Ans>> Excessive or unrealistic worry about everyday life events.

• What are the diagnostic criteria for GAD in children and teens?

Ans>> Same as for adults, but only one physical or cognitive symptom is required for diagnosis.

• How many symptoms are required for adult diagnosis of GAD? 2 / 3

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Ans>> Three symp- toms.

• What is the prevalence of anxiety disorders in children aged 3-5 years?

Ans>> - 1.3%.

• What is the prevalence of anxiety disorders in children aged 6-11 years?-

Ans>> 6.6%.

• What is the prevalence of anxiety disorders in children aged 12-17 years?-

Ans>> 10.5%.

• What is the total number of U.S. children and youth affected by pediatric

anxiety disorders?Ans>> Approximately 5.8 billion.

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