Myths & Facts
Myth or Fact:
Children cannot get depression
Myth
True
How many symptoms are necessary for an MDD diagnosis?
5
What is Psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy is the use of psychological methods,to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in desired way
If using Psychotherapy as a treatment. What paradigm does this fit into?
Psychodynamic
Myth: men tend to hide their symptoms
True or False:
A symptom of MDD is violent outbursts
False
Do the symptoms need to differ from an individuals previous daily functioning
yes
What can be expected from psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy may not cure your condition or make an unpleasant situation go away. But it can give you the power to cope in a healthy way and to feel better about yourself and your life.
the focus is the unconscious mind and how childhood experiences shape the adult personality
Medication is the only way to manage MDD
Myth: medication is one option. Psychptherapy, specifically CBT is a great option
True or False:
An individual with MDD is always suicidal
False
Name 3 typical symptoms of MDD?
Depressed Mood
Loss of interest/pleasure
Weight gain/loss
insomnia/hypersomnia
Psychomotor agitation/retardation
Fatigue
Feeling of worthlessness or excessive guilt
Decreased concentration
Thoughts of suicide/death
How to have success in psychotherapy?
Make sure you feel comfortable with your therapist
Approach therapy as a partnership
Be open and honest
Stick to your treatment plan
Don't expect instant results.
Do your homework between sessions
If psychotherapy isn't helping, talk to your therapist
Who founded the psychodynamic theory?
Sigmund Freud
Depression is a normal part of life
Myth: Depression is not a normal part of getting older. Even though an individuals life goes through many changes, being depressed is not something everyone suffers from
1 symptom of MDD in men that are typically different than women.
-Feeling angry
-Loss of sexual desire
How many weeks or months must the symptoms be present for?
2 weeks
Benefits of psychotherapy? Name 3
Resolve conflict (internal/external)
Sleep better
learn to manage unhealthy reactions
Relieve anxiety or stress
True or False:
Different parts of the unconscious mind are in constant struggle
True
If you have a family member who has MDD you will get it too.
Myth: Although MDD is correlated with genetics, there is only a 10-15% chance of developing MDD.
1 symptom of MDD in women that differs from men typically.
-Feeling guilty
-Loss of interest in favourite activities
What are the 4 ways to diagnosis an individual with MDD?
Physical exam, psychiatric evaluation, lab tests, DSM-5
What are the four types of Psychotherapy?
Brief Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychodynamic Family Therapy
Psychodynamic Art / Music Therapy