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Types
Help
True/False
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how might ones regular needs change?
The person can gain or lose weight, sleep more or less
100
How can your parents cause you to have depression?
You can actually have a genetic vulnerability which makes you prone to depression if a parent has a past of depression
100
Being tired and without energy Feeling worthless or guilty Trouble concentrating or making decisions Thoughts of suicide
Major depression
100
Who should someone talk to if they believe they're depressed?
Parent, Teacher, School Counselor, Clergy in your faith, Friends, etc.
100
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for 15-24 year olds in depression
True
200
How can you tell one is depressed and not just "blue?"
They have been sad for more than two weeks without recovery.
200
What untreated illness can cause depression?
An untreated mental illness can cause depression
200
Persistent depressive disorder
Depression that lasts more than 2 years
200
What professional help would you go to if you believe you're depressed?
A medical Doctor would help guide you to a mental health professional.
200
Women are four times more likely to commit suicide and be successful than men in the US
False it's the other way around
300
How might a persons mood change?
A person might become anxious,irritated,upset and have loss of interest
300
How can emotions/habits result in depression?
Being in a faulty mood, being insecure about oneself can cause depression
300
Bipolar disorder/manic depression
Having high jumps of energy and later on crashing very low with ones emotions
300
What can one join if they're depressed and where can they call if they have suicidal thoughts?
you can google "depression support in Minneapolis" to join support groups. The National suicide prevention talk line 1-800-273-talk
300
Women are 2 times more likely to suffer from depression than men
True
400
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
400
What Type of medical care can result in depression?
Having a past of medical problems and medication
400
Psychotic depression
Having hallucinations, delusions and paranoia
400
Over 90% of people can be treated successfully with what two combinations?
Medication and therapy
400
Depression is not a mental illness
False depression is a very serious mental illness
500
What things might a person talk about when they're considering depression?
Being a burden to others, feeling trapped (alone) , having no reason to live
500
What is the number one cause for depression?
Untreated depression by genetics and a person not being able to handle vital life events
500
Peripartum (Postpartum) Depression
A mother who becomes deeply depressed weeks or months after giving birth
500
If only one of the two treatments is given how Likely is it to be successful?
The chances go down to 50% if only therapy or medication is used
500
Clinical depression can be diagnosed by those around you
False clinical depression is examined by a proffessional mental health doctor