Psych Affective Disorders Flashcards
1
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Core sx of depression
A
Low mood
Low energy
Anhedonia
2
Q
Cognitive sx of depression
A
Worthlessness Pessimism Loss of confidence Suicidal thoughts Poor concentration Poor memory
3
Q
Biological sx of depression
A
Altered sleep
Loss of appetite
Low libido
4
Q
Psychotic sx of depression
A
Auditory hallucinations
Nihilistic delusions
5
Q
Ddx for depression
A
Physical (hypothyroidism, head injury)
Adjustment disorder
Normal sadness
Bereavement
6
Q
CBT in lay terms
A
Talking therapy based on the principle that thoughts, mood and behavior are interlinked
7
Q
SSRI side effects
A
N&V Weight gain Blurred vision Anxiety Insomnia Tremor Dizziness Headache Sweating
8
Q
SSRIs
A
Sertraline
Fluoxetine
Paroxetine
Citalopram
9
Q
SNRIs
A
Venlafaxine
Duloxetine
10
Q
NASSAs
A
Mirtazapine
11
Q
TCAs
A
Amitriptyline
Clomipramine
Imipramine
12
Q
MSE
A
Appearance and Behavior Speech (rate, volume, tone and flow) Mood Thoughts Delusions Perceptions Cognition Insight
13
Q
Lithium monitoring
A
Measure 12h post dose
One week post starting or dose change
Weekly until stable
3 monthly when stable
U&E and TFTs 6 monthly
