Mood Disorders

Question 1

5 main areas of function affected in depression

Answer 1

Emotional, motivational, behavioral, cognitive, & physical

Question 2

Major emotional symptoms of depression

Answer 2

Misery and anhedonia

Question 3

Major motivational symptoms of depression

Answer 3

Lacking initiative, 6-15% commit suicide

Question 4

Major behavioral symptoms of depression

Answer 4

Less productive/active, slow speech, slow movement

Question 5

Major cognitive symptoms of depression

Answer 5

Negative views of themselves, pessimism, blame themselves for bad events

Question 6

Major physical symptoms of depression

Answer 6

Body aches, dizziness, headaches, & fatigue

Question 7

What are the 2 major criteria for diagnosing MDD?

Answer 7

1. 5(+) symptoms over 2 weeks

2. Mania needs to be ruled out

Question 8

Why is it so important to rule out past mania before diagnosing MDD?

Answer 8

Because if a bipolar person is prescribed SSRI’s, they will shift into mania and things will get way worse

Question 9

Bipolar 1 vs bipolar 2

Answer 9

Bipolar 1: manic and depressive episodes

Bipolar 2: hypomanic and depressive episodes

Question 10

5 main areas of function affected in mania

Answer 10

Emotional, cognitive, physical, motivational, behavioral

Question 11

Emotional symptoms of mania

Answer 11

Powerful emotions in search of an outlet (drugs, gambling, sex)

Question 12

Motivational symptoms of mania

Answer 12

Constant need for excitement and relationships

Question 13

Behavioral symptoms of mania

Answer 13

Very active, speak loudly, move quick

Question 14

Cognitive symptoms of mania

Answer 14

Poor judgement & impulsivity

Question 15

Physical symptoms of mania

Answer 15

High energy, little to no rest

Question 16

What is dysthymia/persistent depressive disorder?

Answer 16

Mild but chronic depression, consistent for 2 years, can lead to MDD

Question 17

What is cyclothymic disorder?

Answer 17

Hypomania and dysthymia (baby Bipolar)

Question 18

What is the probable cause of SAD?

Answer 18

Shorter days, lack of sunlight, cold weather

Question 19

Symptoms of SAD

Answer 19

Lethargy, sleep disturbance, weight gain, craving for carbs

Question 20

SAD therapy

Answer 20

Phototherapy: exposure to blue light which inhibits melatonin, also can simulate dawn

Question 21

Serotonin Syndrome

Answer 21

Too much 5-HT in the brain that can be lethal. Causes cardiovacular issues.
Casued by taking SSRI’s and another 5-HT agonist (ex: MDMA)

Question 22

What is post-partum depression (PPD)?

Answer 22

• dramatic change in certain hormones which are also in the brain
• within 4wks PP
• can have psychotic features
• women w/ a history of a mood disorder are more susceptible

Question 23

What is Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)?

Answer 23

• at least one of depressed mood, anxiety, easily affected mood, or irritability
• 5-11 symptoms during most cycles over the past year
• 2-5% of women

Question 24

How is PMDD different than PMS?

Answer 24

PMDD has more severe psychological symptoms, whereas PMS is more focused on physical symptoms