Characteristics of Depression Flashcards
1
Q
What is depression?
A
A mental disorder characterised by low mood and energy levels
2
Q
What are the behavioural characteristics of depression?
A
Low and high activity levels, disruption to sleep and eating behaviour, aggression and self harm
3
Q
What are the emotional characteristics of depression?
A
Low mood and self-esteem, anger
4
Q
What are the cognitive characteristics of depression?
A
Poor concentration, attending to and dwelling on negative aspects, absolutist thinking (everything bad)
