Depresssion Flashcards
(11 cards)
Common symptoms of depression
Reduced concentration
Lack of self-esteem
Pessimism
Disturbed sleeping and eating habits
Sometimes: Ideas of self harm
Lack of interest
Tiredness
Sad mood
‘Feeling nothing’
What does depression mean
A mood disorder defined by a consistent and long lasting sense of sadness
What are the behavioural characteristics of depression (3)
Reduction in activity level: Includes
lethargy, lacking the energy needed to
perform everyday activities
(e.g. personal hygiene/washing).
Anhedonia is the lack of pleasure usually
felt doing enjoyable activities, leading to
a reduction in social behaviour.
A change in eating behaviour: Often
results in either significant weight gain
or weight loss.
An increase in aggression: This can be
towards other people, but these
aggressive acts often take the form of
self-harm.
What are the emotional characteristics of depression (2)
Sadness: A persistent, very low mood.
Guilt: Linked to helplessness and a feeling
that they have no value in comparison to
other people
What are the cognitive characteristics of depression (2)
Poor concentration: People with
depression cannot give their full
attention to tasks, and when they need
to make a decision, they can be
indecisive, unable to choose between
competing options.
Negative schemas: Automatic negative
biases when thinking about themselves,
the world and the future.
Define Major depressive disorder
Severe but often short term depression
Define persistent depressive disorder
Long term or recurring depression including sustained major depression and what used to be called dysthymia
Define disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
Childhood temper tantrums
Define premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Disruption to mood prior to and or during menstruation
What are the symptoms of depression in the DSM 4 classifcation of depression
Insomnia most nights
Fidgeting or lethargy
Tiredness
Feelings of worthlessness and guilt
Less ability to concentrate
Recurrent thoughts of death.
