Mood Disorders Flashcards
True/false: childhood mood disorders do not influence adult mood disorders.
False. Increases risk for mood disorders as adults
What factors make childhood depression worse?
Chronic illness Abuse Poverty Parental discord Parental psychiatric disorders
What is the age range most likely for suicide?
1. TEN times more likely in 15-19 years old A. Boys: 3rd leading cause of death B. Girls: 4th leading cause of death 2. Elderly A. Frequently do not complain B. Often misdiagnosed as dementia C. Suicide Risk 50% inc
What are the theories of etiology for mood disorders?
- Genetic Theories
- Neurochemical Theories
- Psychodynamic Theories
What is involved in the genetic theory of mood disorder etiology?
- Transmission of MDD in first person relatives
- Twice the risk to develop depression
- Correlation between early onset bipolar disorders and early onset alcoholism
What is involved in the neurochemical theory of mood disorder etiology?
- Depression: dec serotonin and NE
* Mania: dec serotonin, inc NE
What is involved in the npsychodynamic theory of mood disorder etiology?
1. Depression A. Anger turned inward B. Cognitive distortions C. Reaction to distressing experiences 2. Mania A. Defense against depression
define mood
Persistent emotional state that affects how the person sees the world
Define mood disorder
1. Persistent altercation in emotions A. Depression B. Mania C. Both 2. Disrupt life in one or more ways A. Drastic B. Long Term
How does mood disorder impair a person;s ability to function?
- Socially
- Vocationally
- Interpersonally
What are the categories of mood disoriders?
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
A. Bipolar I
B. Bipolar II - Related Disorders
A. Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
B. Substance induced disorder
C. Mood disorder due to medical conditions
D. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
What are the criteria for major depressive disorder?
- Major Depressive Disorder
A. 2 or more weeks
B. Sad mood
C. Lack of interest in activities
AND at least five other symptoms
SIGECAPS
What does SIGECAPS stand for?
Sleep Interest (reduced) Guilt Energy (low) Concentration (poor) Appetite (increased or decreased) Psychomotor retardation Suicidality
When is ECT performed?
Electrical induction of modified grand mal seizure for purpose of producing therapeutic change
Believed to alter brain chemistry
What are the types of Psychotherapy?
- Interpersonal
- Behavioral
- Cognitive behavior Therapy
- Group Therapy