Types of Depression
a mood disorder that causes distressing symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working.
Depression
today's group topic
depression/what is depression/depression 101
demographic that usually presents irritable, angry, or very tired
men
type of medication used to treat depression
anti-depressants
Length of time depression symptoms need to be present for a "depression" diagnosis
2 weeks
10
demographic that experiences depression most often
women
type of treatment that teaches people how to think and behave differently
psychotherapy
Person diagnosed w/ this form may have episodes of major depression along w/ periods of less severe symptoms. Have symptoms for 2+ years.
Persistent Depressive Disorder
how many symptoms need to be present for 2+ weeks for a depression diagnosis
5
demographic that may get in trouble at school, sulk, or be irritable
older children/teens
may be an option for people with severe depression who do not respond to antidepressant medications. (not the official name)
brain stimulation therapy
typically starts in the late fall and early winter and going away during the spring and summer.
Seasonal Affective Disorder
part of your brain that is smaller in people with depression (2 parts)
frontal lobe & hippocampus
demographic that clings to parents and pretends to be sick
younger children
average length of time for antidepressants to work
2-4 weeks
Type of depression women experience during or after pregnancy
Perinatal Depression
on average, how long does it take a person w/ a mental illness to reach out for help
10 years
Demographic that may not admit to feelings of grief or guilt. less obvious symptoms
elderly/older people
official name for brain stimulation therapy
electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)