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Postpartum Depression: Prevention and Screening Postpartum depression (PPD) affects at least 10-20% of new mothers. However, the true incidence may be much higher due to the fact that screening is not considered to be a standard practice, leaving PPD undetected and untreated in many women (Schaar & Hall, 2014). Postpartum depression not only negatively affects the mother; it also has a negative impact on the infant. For this reason, it is important for the health care providers caring for pregnant

two weeks and represent a change from previous functioning. The symptoms related to MDD also stated in the DSM- V are: a depressed mood for most of the day, nearly every day, a diminished interest or pleasure in almost all activities, insomnia or hypersomnia, psychomotor agitation, fatigue, feelings of

During my clinical rotations I have had numerous oppurtunities to asses the mental health status of elderly patients. The majority of the mental health assessements that I conducted were in accordance with the Medicare annual wellness assessment. The Medicare annual wellness is apart of the Afforable Care Act program aimed towards improving, preventing and managing the healthcare of patients. According to Hains (2014), "The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (Affordable Care Act)

Major depression The plaque of major depression (MD) is wide spread and an ever increasing one. The age of diagnosis is steadily decreasing. This raises the question: do psychologists diagnose this disorder too frequently; is it a means to an end when no problem really exists? Or is there a clinical rise in prevalence as a result of genetic, physiological, social, stress, psychosocial or any other factor that may contribute to the manifestation of MD. In the following section we define MD, discuss

BIPOLAR DISORDER 1 Bipolar Disorder, often called Manic Depression, is a medical condition that involves severe mood swings in an individual. It is a lifetime condition that needs to be treated to keep it in remission (APA). It is not just a mental illness, but a medical disease involving the brain. 2 The disease progresses as the years pass and the frequency of mood changing episodes becomes more frequent (MHN). Bipolar Disorder involves depressive and manic phases. With the symptoms presented

As to the clinical justification provided by Blue Shield for denying my inpatient stay, the stated reason in Reference Letter: H43381807 was: “Your doctor has requested approval for coverage of an overnight stay in the hospital after your surgery. This surgery is considered an outpatient procedure per Milliman(MCG) guidelines (National guidelines upon which we based this decision). After a review of your medical records from your doctor, we are unable to approve this. Your records do not

Insomnia; is also known as a deficiency of sleep or sleep deprivation. People with this condition are apt to suffer from inadequate sleep and more likely to battle depression, have poor concentration, and be involved in an auto accident; from a lack of focus. These issues followed by prolonged periods of time; can cause a person some sort of health issues, whether mental or physical.(Harvard Medical School) Sleep deprivation alters the production and action of some hormones, dampening the secretion

and mixed episode (APA). 7 The depressive phase can last for several months. The patient will show depressed behavior daily, weight loss, diminished pleasure, fatigue, feelings of worthlessness, lack of concentration, restlessness, insomnia or hypersomnia (over sleeping), impaired functioning and suicidal thoughts. These symptoms are present without any evidence of drug or alcohol abuse (Long). Any thoughts of death or suicide should be taken seriously. 8 The word mania comes from the French and

Schizophrenic or schizoaffective: A critical analysis of a popular press article A diagnosis of childhood onset schizophrenia (COS) is rare. Exactly how rare is unknown as the rate of prevalence has been reported from 1 in 10,000 to 1 in 40,00 (Sood & Kattimani, 2008; Gochman, Miller, & Rapaport, 2011). Regardless of the disorder's prevalence, witnessing a child battle the inner demons that are frightening even for adults is disturbing. The only distinguishing factor between COS and schizophrenia

Hyperactivity and the Underlying Issues Douglas Nelson RN 66 Behavioral Emotional Disorders 11/23/15 Dr. Helen Hubbard Hyperactivity and the Underlying Issues Introduction Childhood Hyperactivity; classified by ICD-10 as HKD or Hyperkinetic Disorder, is considered more severe than ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, syndrome as classified by DSM-IV. ADHD is diagnosed more than HKD and its believed that HKD is less commonly diagnosed because of it is restrictive and numerous