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    GENERALIZED ANXIETY DISORDER (Script)

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    Generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry about everyday life events. The worry is difficult to control and causes significant distress or impairment. Physical symptoms often accompany the excessive worry and include restlessness, muscle tension, fatigue, difficulty concentrating and sleep problems. People with generalized anxiety disorder find it difficult to relax and may experience panic attacks. The symptoms must occur more days than not for at least six months to be considered generalized anxiety disorder. Treatment involves psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of both. Cognitive behavioral therapy teaches coping skills to manage anxiety. Medications can help reduce physical symptoms and worry.

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    GENERALIZED ANXIETY DISORDER (Script)

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    Generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry about everyday life events. The worry is difficult to control and causes significant distress or impairment. Physical symptoms often accompany the excessive worry and include restlessness, muscle tension, fatigue, difficulty concentrating and sleep problems. People with generalized anxiety disorder find it difficult to relax and may experience panic attacks. The symptoms must occur more days than not for at least six months to be considered generalized anxiety disorder. Treatment involves psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of both. Cognitive behavioral therapy teaches coping skills to manage anxiety. Medications can help reduce physical symptoms and worry.

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    Generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry about everyday life events. The worry is difficult to control and causes significant distress or impairment. Physical symptoms often accompany the excessive worry and include restlessness, muscle tension, fatigue, difficulty concentrating and sleep problems. People with generalized anxiety disorder find it difficult to relax and may experience panic attacks. The symptoms must occur more days than not for at least six months to be considered generalized anxiety disorder. Treatment involves psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of both. Cognitive behavioral therapy teaches coping skills to manage anxiety. Medications can help reduce physical symptoms and worry.

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    GENERALIZED ANXIETY DISORDER (Script)

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    Kian Justin Hidalgo
    Generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry about everyday life events. The worry is difficult to control and causes significant distress or impairment. Physical symptoms often accompany the excessive worry and include restlessness, muscle tension, fatigue, difficulty concentrating and sleep problems. People with generalized anxiety disorder find it difficult to relax and may experience panic attacks. The symptoms must occur more days than not for at least six months to be considered generalized anxiety disorder. Treatment involves psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of both. Cognitive behavioral therapy teaches coping skills to manage anxiety. Medications can help reduce physical symptoms and worry.

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    GENERALIZED ANXIETY DISORDER

    Me: "Hello, I'm Kian Justin Hidalgo, your student nurse from Saint Paul University Philippines.
    Goodafternoon and thank you for coming in today. Before we start this discussion I would like to
    ask first if saan po kayo mas comfortable na language na gamitin ko, do you want me to speak in
    English or in tagalog?

    I: Whatever you prefer po, I’m fine with both.

    Me: Okay. If you need clarification sa mga questions na itatanong natin, feel free to ask again.
    And also, you may use whatever language you like.

    I: Thank you po for that.

    Me: So the purpose po of this session is to better understand po yung pinagdadaanan nyo and in
    way po namin kayo matutulungan. Your comfort and privacy are a priority, and everything we
    discuss will be kept confidential. If you ever feel uncomfortable or need a break, please let me
    know."

    I: Thank you very much po for jan.

    Me: So to start, can you tell me a bit about yourself? Your name, age, occupation, and kung saan
    po kayo nakatira?

    I: I’m Elio Batungbakal from Maria Ramos, Bulacan. I’m 21 years old, and I’m currently a
    Tourism student from De La Salle University.

    Me: What brings you here today? Can you describe the main concerns or symptoms that have
    been bothering you?

    I: So lately I’ve been having severe episodes of anxiety lately. It’s affecting my performance at
    school. Hindi ako makapagisip ng maayos and I feel like I don’t what to do. I worry too much to
    the point that I can’t sleep properly. I worry too much about everything. And I feel like I can’t
    control it. I feel like my thoughts are bigger than myself.

    Me: I'd like to understand your experience of anxiety better. Can you tell me about any specific
    symptoms you've been having, like restlessness, muscle tension, or irritability, aside from
    excessive worry and sleep difficulties?

    I: Well, I’ve been having this pain and stiffness all around my body, I get easily annoyed or
    overwhelmed about the simplest thing, and I always feel exhausted even after sleeping or resting.

    Me: How long have you been experiencing these symptoms, and how severe do you feel they are
    on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being the most severe?
    I: I’m not really sure if when, pero mga nasa months na den. And on a scale from 1 to 10, mga
    nasa 9.

    Me: Are there specific situations or triggers that seem to make your anxiety worse? Do you
    notice any patterns to when these symptoms occur?

    I: Kapag nagaaway po kami ng partner ko at ng family. Yung symptoms I feel like mas worse
    sya sa gabi, or kapag magisa ako, pero it could happen talaga anytime. Pwedeng habang
    naglilinis ako, gumagawa ng school works, or I’m out with my family or friends. Basta if there is
    something na nagtitrigger like negative thoughts or flashback, dun sya nagproprogress na maging
    worse.

    Me: How has anxiety been affecting your daily life, such as work, relationships, or other
    activities you enjoy?

    I: It affects me really bad to the point na hindi ako nakakafunction ng maayos araw-araw. Paki
    ramdam ko wala akong gana like I rather stay at home and machining ng mga kanta through my
    earphones or speaker.

    Me: Let's talk a bit about your life. Have there been any significant life events, stressors, or
    changes that you believe might be related to your anxiety symptoms?

    I: Nagaway kami ng family ko, iniwan ako ng partner ko, hindi na kami okay ng mga bestfriends
    ko. Other than that, I feel like malaking factor din yung nangyaring bullying saakin noon
    wherein everyone was laughing at me habang nasa spotlight and nakatayo ng magisa sa harapan
    nila. That time I started hating myself too.

    Me: Have you ever received treatment or therapy for anxiety in the past? What coping strategies
    have you tried, and how effective were they?

    I: Meron naman na before which is yung CBT, kaso di ako gaanong makaattend sa sessions ko
    nun eh I think due to my busy schedules na den.

    Me: Do you have any medical conditions or take any medications that might be relevant to your
    anxiety?

    I: So far wala naman.

    Me: I need to ask, have you ever had thoughts of hurting yourself or others or any recent suicidal
    thoughts? Your safety is important, and we can provide help if needed.

    I: Wala naman po.

    Me: Are there any other mental health symptoms or concerns you'd like to share? Symptoms like
    depression, panic attacks, or obsessive thoughts are not uncommon alongside anxiety?
    I: I get panic attacks when my thoughts and worry become uncontrollable.

    Me: Okay. Thank you for sharing this information with me today. It's a crucial step toward
    understanding and managing your anxiety. In our next sessions, we'll work together to develop a
    treatment plan tailored to your needs. Do you have any questions or concerns before we
    conclude?

    I: Wala na po. Maraming salamat din po.

    Me: Okay sir Elio, once again, thank you so much for your cooperation. ‘till we meet again.

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