Depression Flashcards
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signs and symptoms
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feelings of helplessness and hopelessness loss of interest in daily activities sleep changes anger or irritability loss of energy self-loathing
1
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what is depression
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sadness or downswings in mood are normal reactions to life’s struggles, setbacks, and disappointments
chronic
lasts longer than 6 weeks
2
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warning signs of suicide
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talking about killing or harming ones self
unusual preoccupation with death or dying
acting recklessly
saying goodbye to people
3
Q
major depression
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inability to enjoy life
4
Q
dysthymia
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recurrent, mild depression
5
Q
bipolar disorder
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depression is just one side of the coin
mood swings
