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Correlation of Distorted Cognition and Emotional Dysregulation in Children with Anxiety Disorders
Arielle LoveAdvanced General Psychology
Argosy UniversityDr. Marie Dube
AbstractThis paper takes a deeper look at studies on children with anxiety disorders. It summarizes the recent studies of cognitive processes of individuals with anxiety. It also takes a further look at a new look into emotional dysregulation and how it is another important factor to consider when treating and understanding individuals with anxiety disorders, especially children. Taking the background information on both factors including biological factors can bring a more in depth understanding of the disorder in children. This paper is trying to bring more exposure to the idea of correlating emotional regulation and cognitive processes in anxiety. This will help to encourage the discussion of including emotional regulation in treatment and therapy.
Anxiety
Symptoms
o Elevated heart rate
o Perspiration
o Shortness of breath
o Nausea
o Dizziness
o Chest pain
Anxiety is NormalCOMMON STRESSORS
o College student taking a midterm exam
o A blind date
o High school student taking a driver’s license exam
o Child starting class at a new school
o Presenting a speech in front of a crowd
Anxiety Progression
An anxiety disorder occurs when fears become frequent, irrational and take
over one’s life
Childhood Anxiety
DisordersChildhood anxiety disorders can have an emotional and social negative impact on
children’s lives. It can cause behavior avoidance, social withdrawal, and a lack of
personal development. It is imperative to continue to understand the cognitive processes that occur with
anxiety. So far, understanding the distorted cognition has helped to treat individuals
through cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Cognitive Process Model
Worrying
Emotions
Emotions play a huge role in a person’s life. People link their emotions with special or distinctive memories and events in their lives.
Emotional Dysregulation
Defined as poor or improper modulation of a given emotional reaction
A link between youth with anxiety disorders and emotional regulation discovered
Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths
Numerous research on cognition available
Links discovered between emotion and cognition
Weakness
This is a relatively new subject
There is not enough research on this topic yet
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