Chapter 7

Question 1

The types of mood disorders are…

Answer 1

…bipolar disorders and depressive disorders

Question 2

Types of depression (4)

Answer 2

1. Major Depressive Disorder (>2 wks)
2. Persistent Depressive Disorder (Milder for >2 yrs [1 yr for children])
3. Seasonal Affective Disorder (Depression >2 yrs in short daylight hours)
4. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (Depressive symptoms before menstruation)

Question 3

Types of bipolar disorders (4)

Answer 3

1. Bipolar I (full mania, depression and hypomania not necessary for >1 wk)
2. Bipolar II (cannot have full mania, must have hypomania and depression)
3. Cyclothymic Disorder (hypomania and depression fluctuations over >2 yrs)
4. Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (children, 3 outbursts per wk for >1 yr)

Question 4

Neurotransmitters implicated in depression

Answer 4

Monoamines: NE, Serotonin, and Dopamine

Question 5

Behavioral Theories of Depression

Answer 5

Depression results from life stress that reduces positive reinforcement (e.g. learned helplessness theory)

Question 6

Idea that depression causes people to view themselves, the world, and the future in a negative light

Answer 6

Negative Cognitive Triad

Question 7

The act of hurting one’s self without intention of death

Answer 7

Nonsuicidal Self-injury (NSSI)

Question 8

Types of suicide

Answer 8

1. Egoistic: Isolation from people, society
2. Anomic: Disorientation due to major change
3. Altruistic: Believe that it is a benefit to society

Question 9

Personality characteristic that best predicts suicide

Answer 9

Impulsivity

Question 10

Cognitive variable that best predicts suicide

Answer 10

Hopelessness