Tag: Anxiety

Should We Integrate Mental Health Support for those Diagnosed with Hearing Loss?

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Research Paper Title

Prevalence of Depression and Anxiety in Adolescents With Hearing Loss.

Background

To develop and implement a universal screening protocol for depression and anxiety in adolescents serviced in an otology and audiology practice and to estimate the prevalence of depression and anxiety in adolescents with hearing loss, while also comparing rates by degree of hearing loss and type of hearing device used.

Methods

A cross-sectional study set in a university tertiary medical centre. One hundred four adolescents 12- to 18-years-old who attended an otology clinic in a large metropolitan hospital in the southeastern United States.

Main outcome measure(s): Depression (PHQ-8), anxiety (GAD-7), degree of hearing loss, type of hearing loss, and type of hearing device utilised.

Results

Twenty-five percent of adolescents scored above the clinical cutoff on at least one of the depression and/or anxiety measures, with 10% scoring in the elevated range on both measures. Specifically, 17% scored above the cutoff on the PHQ-8 and 16% scored in the clinically significant range for the GAD-7. An additional 30 and 21% scored in the at-risk range for depression and anxiety, respectively. Older adolescents were more likely to score within the elevated range for depression (r = 0.232, p = 0.026). Also, adolescents with severe to profound hearing loss had higher rates of depression and anxiety.

Conclusions

Integration of mental health screening is needed in otology and audiology practices both to identify those who require psychological support and to provide appropriate treatment to reduce long-term impact of hearing loss on quality of life and mental health functioning in adolescents.

Reference

Cejas, I., Coto, J., Snachez, C., Holcomb, M. & Lorenzo, N.E. (2020) Prevalence of Depression and Anxiety in Adolescents With Hearing Loss. Otology and Neurotology. doi: 10.1097/MAO.0000000000003006. Online ahead of print.

Book: Conquer Worry And Anxiety

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Book Title:

Conquer Worry And Anxiety – The Secret To Mastering Your Mind.

Author(s): Daniel G. Amen (MD).

Year: 2020.

Edition: First (1st).

Publisher: Tyndale Momentum.

Type(s): Paperback and Kindle.

Synopsis:

You can overcome worry and anxiety today. It is possible to feel better fast – and to make it last.

Many people, mental health professionals included, think therapy needs to be long, hard, and painful – a lifelong commitment. And while some people will need help longer than others, it is often possible for people to start feeling better right now. If you engage in the right behaviours and strategies, you will optimise your brain health – and see the benefits in your everyday life.

In Conquer Worry and Anxiety , renowned psychiatrist Dr. Daniel G. Amen will guide you to lasting change, teaching you how to make decisions that serve your brain’s health and set you on a path to a happier, healthier life. Each of us can make small changes that, over time, create amazing results.

Book: The CBT Anxiety Solution Workbook

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Book Title:

The CBT Anxiety Solution Workbook: A Breakthrough Treatment for Overcoming Fear, Worry, and Panic.

Author(s): Matthew McKay (PhD), Michelle Skeen (PsyD), and Patrick Fanning.

Year: 2017.

Edition: First (1st).

Publisher:

Type(s): Paperback.

Synopsis:

You are stronger than your anxiety!

That’s the message best-selling authors Matthew McKay, Michelle Skeen, and Patrick Fanning tell readers in this evidence-based guide for moving past anxiety.

Based in proven-effective cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), this practical workbook offers a breakthrough exposure-based approach to help readers understand and overcome fears and worries-rather than avoid them.

Book: Man Down: A Guide for Men on Mental Health

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Book Title:

Man Down: A Guide for Men on Mental Health.

Author(s): Charlie Hoare.

Year: 2020.

Edition: First (1st).

Publisher: Vie.

Type(s): Paperback, Audiobook, and Kindle.

Synopsis:

How often do you put on a ‘coping’ front, when in reality you are troubled with insecurities and anxieties?

Do you find it difficult to open up about how you’re feeling?

You might be surprised to learn that you are not alone, and that many men find it challenging to talk about their worries.

From tips on how to reach out, to advice on navigating mental health issues, this volume is full of guidance on how to look out for your well-being. Topics covered include:

  • Anxiety and depression.
  • Stress.
  • Suicidal thoughts.
  • Dealing with traditional gender expectations.
  • Self-care and mindfulness methods.
  • How to open up and communicate.
  • Where to seek help.

With personal experiences and insights, this book will improve your awareness of mental health, offer tools and techniques to enable you to manage it better, and help you to live a happier, healthier life.

Book: The ABCS of Coping with Anxiety

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Book Title:

The ABCS of Coping with Anxiety: Using CBT to Manage Stress and Anxiety.

Author(s): James Cowart (PhD).

Year: 2017.

Edition: First (1st).

Publisher: Crown House Publishing.

Type(s): Paperback and Kindle.

Synopsis:

In ‘The ABCS of Coping with Anxiety: Using CBT to Manage Stress and Anxiety’, James Cowart offers a concise collection of tried-and-tested strategies from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and makes them accessible to people who are learning to cope with their anxiety on a day-to-day basis. ‘The ABCS of Coping with Anxiety’ has been placed highly commended in the health and social care category in the 2018 British Medical Association Medical Book Awards.

Anxiety is a normal part of our human nature. For spurring you to make decisions or perform, it can actually be helpful. However, an unchecked pattern of intrusive negative thoughts can escalate the severity and persistence of the level of anxiety experienced over time. As this worsens, it is not uncommon to feel an increasing lack of control ultimately leading to a chain of self-defeating behaviors that may negatively affect all aspects of your daily life. Yet, while it is not possible to directly control our emotions (or what others think or do), it is possible to learn and apply coping skills that can help you face feared situations rather than escape or avoid them.

James Cowart s aim in ‘The ABCS of Coping with Anxiety’ is to share a toolbox of CBT techniques garnered over 40 years clinical practice that will enable you to manage your anxiety on a sustainable path toward taking back some of that control. These self-help strategies focus on developing key coping skills designed to reduce fear and anxiety, and are complemented by a user-friendly, step-by-step program of practical exercises that can be personalized to meet each individual s unique needs.

Informed by his extensive experience and therapeutic knowledge, and with real-life case studies to guide you along your own journey, James s easy-to-remember ABCS approach is as transformative as it is simple:

  • A is for accepting the thoughts and feelings you can and can not control.
  • B is for breathing slowly and naturally to relieve and relax muscle tension.
  • C is for countering any unrealistic or catastrophic thoughts with truth and logic.
  • S is for staying with it so you can face your fears and anxieties until they are reduced.

Each step is explored in detail in the first four chapters, and further discussion is also dedicated to using the ABCS with different types of anxiety (including social anxiety, specific phobias, panic attacks and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)) and coping with related depression, anger and impulsivity. Punctuated with research-informed insight and instruction throughout, The ABCS of Coping with Anxiety’ offers hope, relief and reassurance in helping you master your anxiety and work toward greater independence.

Suitable for those living with anxiety and for the health professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and counselors working with them.

Book: Mental Health Journal: Anxiety and Depression Journal

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Book Title:

Mental Health Journal: Anxiety and Depression Journal. Mental Health Journal & Mood Tracker – Thoughts and Feelings Tracker – PTSD and Depression … Goals, Promote Positive Thinking & Gratitude.

Author(s): R. Roslinda.

Year: 2020.

Edition: First (1st).

Publisher: Independently Published.

Type(s): Paperback.

Synopsis:

This Mental Health Journal & Mood Tracker is designed to help you keep track of your mental and emotional wellbeing. Ideal for anyone struggling with anxiety and mood disorders: depression, ADHD, Bipolar etc. The journal features a 12 monthly daily mood tracker, pages for you to write down your feelings and thoughts. Keep notes on things you are grateful for and your achievements. There are also spaces for you to jot down stuff like, things you did well at today, things that made you smile, things that you had fun doing and enjoyed, things you did that made you feel proud. You can also make notes on goals you want to accomplish.

Features:

  • Mood Tracker For 12 Months: Angry, Ashamed, Confused, Excited….
  • Anxiety Levels Chart-Mood Chart-Section with writing prompts: How do I feel?, Today I am grateful for…, Something I did well today, I felt proud when…
  • and many more!

Book: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Anxiety

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Book Title:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety: A 7 Steps Program for Overcoming Worries, Intrusive Thoughts, Panic, Fear and Anger. Learn How to Master Your Emotions and Stop Overthinking Now with CBT.

Author(s): Seth J. Adams.

Year: 2020.

Edition: First (1st).

Publisher: Independently Published.

Type(s): Paperback and Kindle.

Synopsis:

Here is just a fraction of what’s inside:

  • What anxiety really is, and how much damage it can do to your mental and physical health?
  • The science behind CTB – why it is so effective and why so many people use it
  • The first-ever scientifically proven mental-healing therapy? Why CBT over any other self-healing program
  • What do you need to know before you start?
  • A complete “7- WEEK – 7 STEP CBT PROGRAMME” – your daily guide to overcome stress and anxiety once and for all!
  • How to transform anxiety into your daily driving force – a must-read chapter for every person who’s dealing with some or a lot of anxiety!
  • What to do after? 6 tips for maintaining and even improving your results after you’ve finished the “7 WEEK PROGRAMME”
  • Much much more…

And keep in mind that this is not going to be one of those “sit back and absorb” self-help programs, it will take a lot of your own effort!

Book: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

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Book Title:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: The Complete Guide to Overcoming Anxiety, Depression, Fear, Worries, Anger and Panic. Simple Techniques for Bringing Positivity, Happiness and Balance into Your Life.

Author(s): Seth J. Adams.

Year: 2020.

Edition: First (1st).

Publisher: Independently Published.

Type(s): Paperback and Kindle.

Synopsis:

Inside this book, you’ll discover probably the most widely-used, scientifically approved self-healing method called –”CBT or Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy” – and will teach you how you can eliminate your deepest emotional issues once and for all and start living and exciting, anxiety and depression free life!

This book includes: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Anxiety + Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Depression

Here are just a few things you will discover inside:

  • What is CBT and why it is better than other mental-healing therapies
  • How does it work? And why it is considered one of the very few scientifically approved self-healing therapies
  • What do you need to know before you start?
  • CBT and anxiety A “7 STEP PROGRAMME” to eliminate anxiety and permanent depression
  • How to transform anxiety into your daily driving force – a must-read chapter for every person who’s dealing with some or a lot of anxiety!
  • 2 simple lifestyle changes you must make to maintain a healthy mind and body – very important!
  • Much much more…

I keep in mind that it doesn’t matter how long you have been hiding your issues. This book will take you by the hand and lead through every single step.

Book: Face Your Fears

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Book Title:

Face Your Fears – A Proven Plan to Beat Anxiety, Panic, Phobias, and Obsessions.

Author(s): David Tolin, PhD.

Year: 2012.

Edition: First (1st), Illustrated Edition.

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons.

Type(s): Hardcover.

Synopsis:

Reclaim your life from crippling anxiety with this revolutionary step-by-step approach Nearly a third of all people will suffer from severe or debilitating fears – phobias, panic attacks, obsessions, worries, and more over the course of a lifetime.

Now Dr. David Tolin – a renowned psychologist and scientist at the Institute of Living and Yale featured on such programmes as The OCD Project, Hoarders, The Dr. Oz Show , and Oprah – offers help for nearly every type of anxiety disorder.

Dr. Tolin explains what fear really is, why you should face, not avoid, your fear, and how to beat your fear using gradual exposure techniques.

Practical action steps and exercises help you learn this unique approach to facing fear without crutches or other unhelpful things found in many other programs in order to achieve a life that is free of debilitating anxieties. Self–help guide that gives you the tools to take charge and overcome your fears Written by a leading authority on anxiety and based on the latest research provides a practical, step-by-step plan for beating many different kinds of fears—including social anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive–compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and phobias Face Your Fears will change the way you think about fear and what to do about it.

This up-to-date, evidence-based, and user-friendly self-help guide to beating phobias and overcoming anxieties walks you step by step through the process of choosing courage and freedom over fear.

Book: The CBT Art Workbook for Coping with Anxiety

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Book Title:

The CBT Art Workbook for Coping with Anxiety.

Author(s): Jennifer Guest.

Year: 2019.

Edition: First (1st).

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

Type(s): Paperback.

Synopsis:

Using the principles of CBT, these 150 information pages and worksheets help adults to understand and manage symptoms of anxiety.

The activities follow the framework of a typical CBT course: how it works, looking at the nature of the anxiety, linking thoughts, feelings, behaviour and physiology cycles, exploring different levels of thinking and beliefs, and identifying goals and future planning.

Suitable for adults in individual or group work, this is an excellent resource to use as a standalone resource or in conjunction with professional therapy to deal with anxiety.