Dr Kevin Glisenti, an experienced Anxiety & Mood Disorder Psychologist in Redcliffe, offers specialised treatment for conditions such as Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Major Depression, Dysthymia, and Bipolar Disorder, tailored to navigate the complexities of these conditions.
Anxiety & Mood Disorders that we can help with …
Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Characterised by persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life, such as work, health, or finances. People with GAD find it difficult to control their concerns and may experience physical symptoms like restlessness, fatigue, muscle tension, and sleep disturbances.
Social Anxiety Disorder
This disorder involves an intense fear of social situations and being judged or negatively evaluated by others. It can lead to avoidance of social events, feelings of inadequacy, and extreme self-consciousness. Physical symptoms in social situations might include blushing, sweating, trembling, or nausea.
Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD)
Results from prolonged exposure to traumatic events, often cause difficulties in emotional regulation, feelings of worthlessness, and interpersonal problems. Unlike PTSD, which can develop from a single event, C-PTSD arises from chronic, repeated trauma. Symptoms can include flashbacks, nightmares, and persistent negative beliefs about oneself.
Major Depression
More than just feeling sad, major depression is a debilitating mood disorder that affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities. Symptoms include a persistent feeling of sadness, loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities, changes in appetite or weight, sleep disturbances, and feelings of worthlessness.
Dysthymia (Persistent Depressive Disorder)
A chronic form of depression where a person’s mood is regularly low. However, symptoms are not as severe as major depression but can persist for years, impacting one’s daily life. Individuals might experience feelings of hopelessness, low self-esteem, and a lack of energy.
Bipolar Disorder
This is marked by extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). During manic phases, individuals may feel euphoric, full of energy, or unusually irritable, while depressive phases can lead to feelings of sadness, indifference, and hopelessness.
Mood Disorders Due to a General Medical Condition
These are mood disturbances directly attributable to a medical condition’s physiological effects. They can manifest as elevated or depressed moods or fluctuations between the two, significantly impacting a person’s quality of life.