Knowledge
T or F: there is only one classification of depressive disorders
FALSE. There is many different classifications!
True or false: MDD is characterized by a persistent depressing mood lasting a minimum of 1 month
False. MDD is “persistently depressed mood lasting a minimum of 2 weeks” (Pollard, 2023).
What are the 2 main groups of anti depressants?
1st generation and 2nd generation anti depressants
True or false: electroconvulsive therapy is used when other treatment options have failed.
True!
What percent of Canadians will experience MDD in their lifetime?
11.3%
What events can trigger depressive order signs and symptoms to appear?
Significant loss and grieving
What population is MDD most prevalent in?
Low income and the unemployed
What is an example of a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor?
Venlafaxine hydrochloride
What is a risk of ECT?
Cardiac stress and seizures
What is persistent depressive disorder?
Feelings of depression most of the days for one year, appetite disorders, sleep disorders, low energy, poor self esteem, difficulty thinking and hopelessness
Can substance and medication abuse lead to a depressive disorder?
Yes! As well as withdrawal!
How young can someone be and be diagnosed with MDD?
3 years old
What neurotransmitter does a selective serotonin rotate inhibitor target?
Serotonin!
What nerve does nerve stimulation target in regards to treatment of depressive disorders?
The vagus nerve
What is premenstrual dysphoric disorder?
mood swings, irritability, depression and anxiety with an onset of symptoms happening 1 week before menstruation
Who is more likely to experience major depressive disorder? Men or women?
Women. They are twice as likely as men to experience MDD.
Is depression a normal sign of aging?
No!
Which generation of anti depressants are used as the first choice in pharmacological interventions of depressive disorders?
2nd generation anti depressants
How often is transcranial magnetic stimulation used for the first round of treatment?
5 days a week for 4-6 weeks
What is subsyndromal depression?
depression symptoms that are not severe enough to meet MDD diagnostic criteria
What percent of cases of major depressive disorder become chronic?
20%
What is a comorbidity of MDD?
Anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, substance abuse, eating disorders, etc.
What does MAOI stand for?
How often is the vagus nerve stimulation device programmed to deliver pulses?
Every 5 minutes for 30 seconds
How often is ketamine infusion therapy administered?
A series of 8 IV treatments given over a 4 week period