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Lesson 2.2: Depression Flashcards

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What is the definition of depression?

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A mental state characterized by feelings of sadness, despair, unhappiness, worthlessness, and hopelessness

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What are the two types of depression?

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Exogenous
Endogenous

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What is Exogenous depression?

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Situational depression
(Loss of family member, loss of self esteem due to business failure, divorce, etc)

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What is Endogenous depression?

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Depression that comes out of the blue and is not caused by a situation or event, but rather a chemical imbalance in the brain

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Which type of depression is more severe; Exogenous or Endogenous?

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Endogenous

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What is it called when there are many signs and symptoms of depression?

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Symptom clusters

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What are five signs and symptoms of severe depression?

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Trouble with concentration and memory
Feeling of guilt about inconsequential events
Insomnia or excessive sleepiness
Feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness
Withdrawal from activities and interests
Decreased interactions with family and friends
Decreased work productivity
Decreased relationship with coworkers
Changes in bowel habits
Weight loss or gain
Decreased libido (sexual drive)
Slowed speech and/or motor activity

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What are 4 Exogenous Depression Cluster Symptoms?

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Precipitating event
Trouble getting to sleep at night
Feeling fine in the morning and getting worse as the day goes on
Weight loss of less than 10 pounds
Reaction to the environment

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What are three types of medications used with severely disturbed depressive patients?

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Antidepressant
Tranquilizer
Anti-anxiety

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What are the three groups of medication given to those with depression?

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Anti-anxiety Agents
Antidepressant Agents
Anti-psychotic Agents

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What are the agents inside of Anti-Anxiety medication?

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Hydroxyzine
Meprobamate
Chlordiazepoxide
Diazepam

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What are the agents included in Antidepressant medications?

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Imipramine
Amitriptyline
Amitriptyline and Perphenazine
Doxepin

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What are the common agents used in Anti-psychotic medications?

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Thioridazine
Haloperidol
Lithium

IMPORTANT: generally Central Nervous System depressants are NOT used to treat depression

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