Mood disorders Flashcards
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Core symptoms of depression
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Low mood, Anhedonia, Low energy
2
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Biological symptoms of depression
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Low appetite, Sleep disturbance, Decreased libido
3
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Cognitive symptoms of depression
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Low self esteem, Guilt, Decreased concentration, Hopelessness
4
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Define adjustment disorder
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Acute depressive episode following a major life event
5
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Management of depression
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Conservative: Sleep hygiene, CBT
Medical: SSRIs, TCAs, MAO inhibitors
Surgical: ECT
6
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Symptoms of mania
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Restlessness, Distracable, Delusions of grandeur, Flight of thought, Flamboyant dress, Pressure of speech
7
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Investigations for mania
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CT head, EEG, Urine toxicology
8
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Management of mania
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Medical: Antipychotics, Benzodiazepines
Surgical: ECT
9
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Management of bipolar disorder
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Mood stabilisers ie Lithium, Valproate, Lamotrigine
