Symptoms
Medications
Causes
Coping Skills
Substance Abuse
100

A symptom of depression is a persistently ____ mood. 

Sad, Depressed, or unhappy mood

100

Give the name of one antidepressant 

Prozan, zoloft, paxil, celexa. lexapro, luvox, effexor, cymbalta, wellbutrin, elavil, limbitrol, norpramin, sinequan, trofranil, pamelor, aventyl, vivactil, nardil, marplan, or parnate

100

A cause of depression is an imbalance in_____.

Neurotransmitters or imbalanced chemicals in the brain.

100

a natural way to get into shape and increase feelings of happiness is to _______.

exercise

100

name a well known support group associated with alcoholism. 

AA (alcoholics anonymous) 

200

Name a symptom of withdrawal

sweating, goosebumps, vomiting, anxiety, insomnia, or muscle pain.

200

what do antidepressants do ?

They attempt to correct the imbalances in neurotransmitters. 

200

true or false: if your family members have a history of depression, you are more likely at risk for developing depression.

true

200

who is someone you can talk to about your feelings?

family, close friends, counselor, social worker, staff, sponsor, doctor, therapist, teacher

200

a strong desire to consume a particular substance is a ______.

craving

300

This symptom occurs when you stop liking your favorite hobby/ activity.

Lack of interest

300

When a person begins medication, what symptoms improve typically before the depressive mood improves?

energy levels and the ability to take action

300

What major life events can cause a person to develop depression? 

death of a loved one, major loss or changes in life, chronic stress, substance abuse, trauma, victim of abuse

300

what are two ways you can improve your self-esteem

learning new skills, new interests/activities, writing, saying good things about yourself, getting involved with positive people.

300

when a person gradually needs a larger dose of a drug to feel the same effect, it is called_______.

an increased tolerance. 

400

Abnormal physical or psychological features that follow the abrupt discontinuation of a drug that has the capability of producing physical dependence.

withdrawal

400

How long does it take for antidepressants to take effect? 

2-4 weeks

400

how many neurotransmitters are involved with depression?

3, norepinephrine, serotonin, or dopamine

400

what are some benefits of having good coping skills?

ability to crease symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mental health barriers. Better management of emotions, positive mindset, high self-esteem. 

400

a primary, chronic disease of brain reward, motivation, memory, and related circuitry is referred to as_________. 

Addiction.

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