Depression Flashcards
1
Q
Differential diagnosis of depression?
A
Insomnia, hypothyroidism, iron-deficiency anaemia, obesity
2
Q
Risk factors?
A
female, older, history, FH, substance misuse, personal, social, environmental factors (homelessness, relationship breakdown, grieving)
3
Q
signs + symptoms:
A
low mood, sadness, hopelessness, tearful, guilty, no motivation, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, lack of energy, lack of sex drive, moving/ speaking slow, change in appetite, avoiding social activities/ friends/ family
4
Q
medical treatment ?
A
SSRI: selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors increased levels of serotonin in the brain
5
Q
non-medical management?
A
CBT, counselling, exercise, socialising, accupuncture
6
Q
what is the risk assessment for suicide risk?
A
PHQ-9 questionnaire
