Depression Flashcards
What is depression?
A mental disorder characterised by low mood and low energy levels
Depression affects emotional, behavioral, and cognitive aspects of an individual.
What are the three main characteristics of depression?
- Behavioural
- Emotional
- Cognitive
These characteristics help in understanding the different ways depression manifests in individuals.
What are the DSM-5 categories of depression?
- Major depressive disorder
- Persistent depressive disorder
- Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
- Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Each category has distinct features and diagnostic criteria.
What characterizes major depressive disorder?
Severe, usually short term
It can significantly impair daily functioning and quality of life.
What is persistent depressive disorder?
Long term or reoccurring depression
This form of depression lasts for at least two years in adults.
What does disruptive mood dysregulation disorder involve?
Childhood temper tantrums
It is characterized by severe temper outbursts that are out of proportion to the situation.
What is premenstrual dysphoric disorder?
Mood disruption before or during menstruation
It includes severe emotional and physical symptoms.
What are some behavioral characteristics of depression?
- Activity Levels: withdrawing from friends and work
- Disruption to sleeping/eating
- Aggression and self harm
These behaviors can significantly impact social and personal life.
What are emotional characteristics of depression?
- Lowered mood
- Anger
- Lowered self esteem
These emotions can lead to further complications in mental health.
What are cognitive characteristics of depression?
- Poor concentration
- Attending to and dwelling on the negative: pessimism
- Absolutist thinking: black and white thinking
