Depression Flashcards
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Depression
a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act.
Symptoms of depression
loneliness, suicidal thoughts, sadness, mood swings, feeling of being worthless.
Major depression disorder
a type of depression characterized by a persistent feeling of sadness and a lack of interest in activities.
Persistent Depression Disorder
This type of depression lasts for at least two years and It may not be as intense as major depression. People with this type of depression can still function day to day.
Bipolar
Bipolar disorder causes severe mood swings that range from emotional highs to lows.They include manic symptoms that range from crazy ideas, high self-esteem, decreased sleep, impulsive thoughts and increased pleasure-seeking behavior.
Seasonal depression
is a type of depression that occurs during specific seasons, usually fall or winter.
Treatments of depression
ketamin, psychiatry, therapy and Electroconvulsive Therapy.
what are 4 types of depression
Major depression disorder, Persistent Depression Disorder, bipolar, seasonal depression