Symptoms
A symptom of depression is a persistently _____ mood.
sad or depressed
A cause of depression is an imbalance in _______.
neurotransmitters
A natural way to get in shape and increase feelings of happiness is ______.
Exercise
Depression affects sleep and appetite
True.
Used to relieve some symptoms of depression and is often prescribed along with therapy
Medication
A symptom of depression that causes one to lose sleep.
insomnia
Depression cannot be caused by hormones.
False
Name two major life events that may cause a person to have depression.
death of a loved one, chronic stress, substance abuse, change in relationship status, trauma
People do not feel numbness when experiencing depression
False.
What makes it hard for people with depression to gain back interest in hobbies or be productive?
Lack of motivation
A symptom of depression is having negative thoughts of self that include feelings of _____ and ____.
worthlessness and guilt
If these people have a history of depression, you are put at a higher risk for depression.
Name 3 coping skills for depression
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Genetics is not one of the causes of depression.
False.
Who could you talk to about your feelings of depression?
FAMILY, CLOSE FRIEND, REALTIVE, COUNSELOR, SOCIAL WORKER, DOCTOR, THERAPIST, TEACHER,
Depression has a ______ impact on self-esteem.
Negative
____________ factors can contribute to depression. This includes isolation and criticism from family members and losses and interpersonal problems.
social
How would you help someone you love who is feeling depressed?
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If one thinks that they have depression, they must immediately diagnose themselves and get help.
False, you can't diagnose yourself, but you should get help.
How might a persons behavior change when they're suffering from depression?
A person may become isolated and distant. They may not have energy to do much and decide to stop doing daily activities
How long do symptoms of depression have to last in order for a person to be diagnosed?
At least 2 weeks
genetics, hormones, chemical imbalance, early life experiences, major life changes, and modeling
What are benefits of having good coping skills?
ABILITY TO DECREASE SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION, BETTER MANAGEMENT OF DEPRESSION EMOTIONS, A BETTER MOOD or HIGHER SELF-ESTEEM, ETC
Being irritable is a sign of depression.
True
Name one of three neurotransmitters involved with depression.
dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine