Depression Flashcards
1
Q
What is depression
A
a mood effective disorder
2
Q
DSM criteria for depression
A
-depressed mood, loss of interest in daily activities for 2+ weeks
-impaired function eg social, education
3
Q
Symptoms of depression
A
-feels empty and sad
-significant weight change
-change in sleep
-fatige
-suicidal
4
Q
Characteristics of depression
A
Emotional
Behavioural
Cognitive
5
Q
Emotional
A
-low mood (sad empty)
-anger at self and others
-low self esteem
6
Q
behavioural
A
Low energy = withdraw from social life
-distraction to sleep (insomnia)
-aggression to self and others (self harm)
-appetite increase / decrease
7
Q
Cognitive
A
-suicidal thoughts
-poor concentration levels
-negative irrational thoughts
