A Challenging time

Question 1

stress

Answer 1

characterized by feelings of tension, frustration, worry, sadness and withdrawal that
commonly last from a few hours to a few days

Question 2

stressors

Answer 2

1. School situations
2. Family Situations
3. Interpersonal situations
4. Personal Situations

Question 3

depression

Answer 3

the most alarming because it is a prevalent mental health issue. According
to American Psychiatric Association (2000), Depression is a mental state marked by three main groups of symptoms:

1. Sad mood- feelings of worthlessness because of negative self-evaluation
2. Vegetative features- loss of interest in daily activities, insomnia or increased need for
   sleep, decreased energy, inability to concentrate, decreased appetite.
3. Psychomotor symptoms- in the form of agitation or slowed speech and body

Question 4

effects of depression

Answer 4

1. Interpersonal Impairment- show disinterest and apathy in socializing wide aspects of
   social setting.
2. Functional Impairment- showing disinterest in performing their duties and obligations,
   and thus lead into failing grades in school.
3. Subjective/Personal Impairment- tend to neglect personal well-being or obligations to
   oneself.

Question 5

Factors/Causes of Depression

Answer 5

1. Biological factors- genetics, neurotransmitters, and physiological irregularities.
2. Cognitive factors- maladjusted thinking or cognition
3. Social Factors- poor quality of relationship with significant people.
4. Contextual factors- various situations like family-related problems, poverty, health
   issues, and many more depressing life circumstances.