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Describe the developmental tasks of one age group, chosen from childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, or middle adulthood. Describe three possible alterations in mental health found in that stage of life. Discuss five effective nursing interventions for one of the mental health conditions you described. Include one CAM therapy and one therapeutic communication intervention. What positive outcomes can be anticipated from these interventions?

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Focusing on adolescence, a critical developmental stage, adolescents are tasked with developing identity, gaining independence, and establishing peer relationships (Erikson, 1968). During this period, mental health alterations such as depression, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders frequently emerge due to hormonal changes and social pressures. Nursing interventions for adolescent depression, for example, include cognitive-behavioral therapy, medication management, psychoeducation, family therapy, and recreational therapy to encourage social engagement. Incorporating Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) therapy, such as mindfulness meditation, can enhance emotional regulation and reduce stress. Additionally, therapeutic communication strategies like active listening foster trust and openness, encouraging adolescents to share their feelings. These interventions collectively promote better mental health outcomes, including improved mood, increased resilience, and better social functioning, ultimately supporting adolescents in navigating this turbulent developmental stage (American Psychiatric Association, 2013).

References

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