Unit 4: Depression & Bipolar Disorder Flashcards

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What is depression?

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Term to describe a feeling of sadness, irritability or loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed.

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What are some symptoms of depression?

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Ongoing sadness, loss of interest, lack of energy, feeling of hopelessness and worthlessness, difficulty thinking and completing tasks, withdrawn or isolated, negative thinking and/or suicidal thoughts, physical (weight change, sleep, aches or pains).

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Ongoing sadness, loss of interest and lack of energy are all symptoms of what?

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Depression

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What is the term to describe a feeling of sadness, irritability or loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed?

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Depression

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What is Canada’s fastest rising diagnosis?

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Depression

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What percentage of people have depression?

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4-5% of adolescence, less than 1% of children.

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What is bipolar disorder?

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A major mental illness that is characterized by periods of elation and depression.

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What major mental illness is characterized by periods of elation and depression?

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Bipolar Disorder

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