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Evidence-based Therapies for Adolescent Depression - From the Washington University Pediatric & Adolescent Ambulatory Research Consortium/Washington University School of Medicine
Four evidence-based videos featuring ADAA member Melanie Van Dyke, PhD explaining: Evidence-based Therapy for Adolescent Depression - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - Selecting a CBT Therapist - How to Know if Therapy is Working
Non-Military PTSD
Dr. Elizabeth Hoge, a psychiatrist at Massachusetts General Hospital, speaks on behalf of the Anxiety Disorders Association of America, about PTSD that affects children as well as men and women who are not in the military. It can occur after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event.
OCD Facts
Dr. Elspeth Bell, a licensed psychologist at the Behavior Therapy Center of Greater Washington, speaks on behalf of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. She describes the mental illness OCD, which stands for obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Social Anxiety Disorder in Adults
Adults with social anxiety disorder often feel alone and ashamed, and they may have few or no social or romantic relationships. People may have more than one anxiety disorder, as well as depression.
Social Anxiety Disorder in Children and Teens
The typical age of onset is 13 years old, but children younger than 8 or 9 can also suffer. Symptoms may be so extreme that they disrupt daily life. Children, adolescents, and teens with this disorder may have few or no friends. They may not participate in class or play at recess.
Social Anxiety Disorder Treatment
A health professional can provide a diagnosis and individualized treatment plan for social anxiety disorder. Both cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and medication are scientifically proven effective treatments.
Social Anxiety Disorder Symptoms
Those with social anxiety disorder experience an intense fear of being scrutinized and negatively evaluated by others in social or performance situations. Some literally feel sick.
What Is Social Anxiety Disorder?
Social anxiety disorder affects more than 15 million Americans of all ages, races, and cultures, and it may be present in children as well as adults. This disorder is an intense fear of being negatively judged by others.
Helping a Loved One With PTSD
Support from family and friends is important to the recovery process, but it’s not the cure. Getting better takes hard work, mostly from the person with the disorder, and patience from everyone involved. With appropriate treatment from a mental health professional, a person can learn to manage or overcome PTSD.
Funding for this video provided by a grant from the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP)
Effective Treatment for PTSD
Effective treatments for PTSD include exposure therapy, including virtual reality treatment, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), as well as medications. Seeking help is not a sign of weakness. Funding for this video provided by a grant from the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP)
PTSD in the Military
Men exposed to high levels of combat are likely to experience acute stress and symptoms of PTSD. Women in the military are at high risk for exposure to traumatic events, especially during war. They are also at risk of exposure to sexual harassment, sexual assault, and rape.
PTSD Facts
PTSD is an illness that people may develop months after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, including a terrorist attack like 9/11; combat; earthquake, tsunami, hurricane, tornado, or other natural disaster; serious auto or plane accidents; personal assault or abuse; or the sudde
