Depression

Question 1

Depression

Answer 1

Mental disorder characterised by low mood & low energy levels

Question 2

DSM-5 categories of Depression

Answer 2

All forms of depressive disorders are characterised by changes in mood or loss of interest in activities that were once found to be pleasurable
The DSM-5 recognised the following categories of depressive disorder
»Major depression disorder- Severe but often short-term depression
>Persistent depressive disorder-Long-term, reoccurring depression, including sustained major depression
>Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder-Childhood tantrums
>premenstrual dysphoric disorder

Question 3

Behavioural Characteristics of Depression

How person behaves with depression

Answer 3

• Reduced energy levels-ppl with depression have reduced energy levels making them lethergic,lacking energy to do everyday tasks (e.g personal hygeine,washing)
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• Distruption to sleep & eating behaviours-have reduced sleep(insomnia),appetite may increase/decrease leading to weight gain/loss
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• Aggression & self harm-can lead to physical aggression like self harm-suicide attempts

Question 4

Emotional Characteristics of Depression

How person feels with depression

Answer 4

• Sadness- a persistent very low mood
• ANGER-People with depression often have angry outbursts; this can be directed at themself or others
• Lowered self esteem-A person with depression is likely to have lower self-esteem, with some suffering from self-loathing, E.g. Hating themselves

Question 5

Cognitive Characteristics of Depression

How person thinks with depression

Answer 5

> Poor concentration- The person suffering from depression can have poor levels of concentration cannot concetrate on tasks & decision making
Dwelling on negative-will look at negative aspects of situation ignoring positives
Absolutest thinking-jumping to irrational conclusions