a) mood disorders are caused by a single gene that regulates mood. b) mood disorders are caused by a set of genes. c) mood disorders are caused by a dysregulation of norepinephrine. d) mood disorders are caused by a single gene called N34.
The slowing of thoughts and movements by those experiencing depression is called a) Psychomotor agitation. b) Social withdrawal. c) Psychomotor retardation. d) Melancholia.
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder is distinguished from major depression by the addition of a) Breast tenderness or swelling. b) Bloating. c) Joint or muscle pain.
Delusions or hallucinations with themes that are consistent with the mood state (e.g., guilt, a) mood-incongruent psychotic features. b) mood-congruent psychotic features.
John is in the middle of a major depressive episode. His friend, Sophie, has never. experienced depression and she is trying to be supportive of John. If you were to show both John. and Sophie photos of people with sad or angry expressions on their face,
a) Girls are more likely to be exposed to sexual abuse than boys.
When a major depressive episode occurs at the same time (during) an episode of persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) it is called double depression.
Children with disruptive mood dysregulation disorder are most at risk for later developing
adolescents with cyclothymic disorder must display the symptoms one year before a diagnosis can be made.
Anhedonia is a loss of energy and an inability to engage in pleasurable activities. This symptom is more characteristic of severe episodes of depression.
recurrent episodes of depression, but not initial episodes, are strongly predicted by major life stress.
Symptoms of severe depression are generally NOT considered a psychological disorder when they are associated with
Delaying or preventing future episodes of major depression is often an important treatment goal, instead of merely recovering from current depression.
In a 300- to 500-word blog post written for a patient and/or caregiver audience, explain signs and symptoms for your diagnosis, pharmacological treatments, nonpharmacological treatments, and appropriate community resources and referrals.
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