Depression Flashcards
Define depression?
A mental disorder characterised by low energy and mood levels.
What are the behavioural characteristics of depression?
Activity levels - low or high (psycho-motor agitation)
Sleep and eating disruption - insomnia or hyper-insomnia and eating too much weight gain) and eating too less (eating disorder/ underweight)
Aggression and Self-harm - harm to self, or others as are irritable so can cut, be suicidal etc.
What are the emotional characteristics of depression?
Lowered mood - sad, empty and worthless
Lowered Self-esteem - self-loathing
Anger - can lead to self harm or aggression
What are the cognitive characteristics of depression?
Poor concentration - poor focus and decision making
Dwelling on negative thoughts - Glass half empty not half full
Absolutist thinking - B+W thinking
