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| name = Separation anxiety disorder | |||
| image = [[File:GirlPullingHair.IMG.png|alt=Girl pulling hair]] | |||
| caption = A child experiencing anxiety | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]], [[Psychology]] | |||
| symptoms = Excessive fear or anxiety concerning separation from home or attachment figures | |||
| onset = Typically in childhood | |||
| duration = At least 4 weeks in children and adolescents, 6 months or more in adults | |||
| causes = [[Genetic]], [[environmental factors]], [[stressful life events]] | |||
| risks = Family history of anxiety disorders, [[overprotective parenting]], [[traumatic events]] | |||
| diagnosis = Based on clinical assessment and criteria from the [[DSM-5]] | |||
| differential = [[Generalized anxiety disorder]], [[panic disorder]], [[agoraphobia]], [[social anxiety disorder]] | |||
| treatment = [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]], [[medication]] (such as [[SSRIs]]) | |||
| prognosis = Varies; can improve with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in children, less common in adults | |||
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'''Separation Anxiety Disorder''' ('''SAD''') is a psychological condition in which an individual experiences excessive anxiety regarding separation from home or from people to whom the individual has a strong emotional attachment (e.g., a parent, caregiver, significant other or siblings). | '''Separation Anxiety Disorder''' ('''SAD''') is a psychological condition in which an individual experiences excessive anxiety regarding separation from home or from people to whom the individual has a strong emotional attachment (e.g., a parent, caregiver, significant other or siblings). | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
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Symptoms of Separation Anxiety Disorder may include: | Symptoms of Separation Anxiety Disorder may include: | ||
* Excessive distress when separated from home or attachment figures | * Excessive distress when separated from home or attachment figures | ||
* Persistent and excessive worry about losing major attachment figures or about possible harm to them | * Persistent and excessive worry about losing major attachment figures or about possible harm to them | ||
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* Repeated nightmares about separation | * Repeated nightmares about separation | ||
* Repeated complaints of physical symptoms (such as headaches, stomachaches, nausea, or vomiting) when separation from major attachment figures occurs or is anticipated | * Repeated complaints of physical symptoms (such as headaches, stomachaches, nausea, or vomiting) when separation from major attachment figures occurs or is anticipated | ||
[[File:Baby Crying.jpg|thumb|Baby Crying]] | [[File:Baby Crying.jpg|thumb|Baby Crying]] | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of Separation Anxiety Disorder is unknown, but it is believed to be influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. It may be triggered by a stressful event, such as a new school, a move, or a death in the family. | The exact cause of Separation Anxiety Disorder is unknown, but it is believed to be influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. It may be triggered by a stressful event, such as a new school, a move, or a death in the family. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for Separation Anxiety Disorder typically involves cognitive-behavioral therapy, which can help individuals learn to manage their fears and anxieties. In some cases, medication may also be prescribed. | Treatment for Separation Anxiety Disorder typically involves cognitive-behavioral therapy, which can help individuals learn to manage their fears and anxieties. In some cases, medication may also be prescribed. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Anxiety disorder]] | * [[Anxiety disorder]] | ||
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* [[Post-traumatic stress disorder]] | * [[Post-traumatic stress disorder]] | ||
* [[Social anxiety disorder]] | * [[Social anxiety disorder]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Anxiety disorders]] | [[Category:Anxiety disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | [[Category:Psychiatric diagnosis]] | ||
[[Category:Childhood psychiatric disorders]] | [[Category:Childhood psychiatric disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Emotion]] | [[Category:Emotion]] | ||
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| Separation anxiety disorder | |
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| Girl pulling hair | |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Excessive fear or anxiety concerning separation from home or attachment figures |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Typically in childhood |
| Duration | At least 4 weeks in children and adolescents, 6 months or more in adults |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic, environmental factors, stressful life events |
| Risks | Family history of anxiety disorders, overprotective parenting, traumatic events |
| Diagnosis | Based on clinical assessment and criteria from the DSM-5 |
| Differential diagnosis | Generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Cognitive behavioral therapy, medication (such as SSRIs) |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies; can improve with treatment |
| Frequency | Common in children, less common in adults |
| Deaths | N/A |
Separation Anxiety Disorder (SAD) is a psychological condition in which an individual experiences excessive anxiety regarding separation from home or from people to whom the individual has a strong emotional attachment (e.g., a parent, caregiver, significant other or siblings).
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of Separation Anxiety Disorder may include:
- Excessive distress when separated from home or attachment figures
- Persistent and excessive worry about losing major attachment figures or about possible harm to them
- Persistent reluctance or refusal to go to school or elsewhere because of fear of separation
- Persistent reluctance or refusal to go to sleep without being near a major attachment figure or to sleep away from home
- Repeated nightmares about separation
- Repeated complaints of physical symptoms (such as headaches, stomachaches, nausea, or vomiting) when separation from major attachment figures occurs or is anticipated
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of Separation Anxiety Disorder is unknown, but it is believed to be influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. It may be triggered by a stressful event, such as a new school, a move, or a death in the family.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for Separation Anxiety Disorder typically involves cognitive-behavioral therapy, which can help individuals learn to manage their fears and anxieties. In some cases, medication may also be prescribed.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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