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Depression Flashcards

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What is depression?

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A mental disorder characterised by low mood and low energy levels

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What are the DSM-5 categories of depression?

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Major depressive disorder- severe but often short term
Persistent depressive disorder- long term/recurring
Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder- childhood temper tantrums
Premenstrual dysphorie disorder- mood disruption before/during menstruation

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What are the behavioural characteristics of depression?

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Reduced activity levels (psychomotor agitation)

Disruption to sleep/eating behaviour

Aggression and self-harm

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Emotional characteristics of depression

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Lowered mood

Anger

Lowered self-esteem

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Cognitive characteristics of depression

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Poor concentration

Attending to and dwelling on the negative

Absolutist thinking

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