Depression

Question 1

What is depression?

Answer 1

Mental disorder characterised by low mood and low energy levels

Question 2

What is major depression?

Answer 2

Severe but often short term depression

Question 3

What is persistent depressive disorder?

Answer 3

Long term, recurring depression including sustained major depression

Question 4

What is disruptive mood dysregulation disorder?

Answer 4

Childhood temper tantrums

Question 5

What is premenstrual dysphoric disorder?

Answer 5

Disruption to low mood prior to and/or during menstruation