Depression

Question 1

What are the behavioural characteristics of an individual with depression? (4)

Answer 1

• Sleep problems
• Attempted suicide
• Loss of appetite
• Withdrawal from social activity

Question 2

What are the emotional characteristics of an individual with depression? (3)

Answer 2

• Sadness
• Irritability
• Apathy

Question 3

What are the cognitive characteristics of an individual with depression? (4)

Answer 3

• Poor memory
• Suicidal thoughts
• Low self-esteem
• Guilt

Question 4

How many symptoms must be present and over how long for a person to be diagnosed with depression?

Answer 4

• 5 or more symptoms

- During a two-week period

Question 5

Name 5 symptoms needed to tell if an individual has depression

Answer 5

• Significant weight loss without dieting (decrease in appetite every day)
• Insomnia and hyperinsomnia nearly every day
• Recurring suicidal thoughts
• Low self-esteem or excessive guilt nearly every day
• Poor concentration