Symptoms
A symptom of depression is a persistently ____ mood.
Sad, Depressed, or unhappy mood
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
A cause of depression is an imbalance in_____.
Neurotransmitters or imbalanced chemicals in the brain.
a natural way to get into shape and increase feelings of happiness is to _______.
exercise
name a well known support group associated with alcoholism.
AA (alcoholics anonymous)
Name a symptom of withdrawal
sweating, goosebumps, vomiting, anxiety, insomnia, or muscle pain.
what do antidepressants do ?
They attempt to correct the imbalances in neurotransmitters.
true or false: if your family members have a history of depression, you are more likely at risk for developing depression.
true
who is someone you can talk to about your feelings?
family, close friends, counselor, social worker, staff, sponsor, doctor, therapist, teacher
a strong desire to consume a particular substance is a ______.
craving
This symptom occurs when you stop liking your favorite hobby/ activity.
Lack of interest
When a person begins medication, what symptoms improve typically before the depressive mood improves?
energy levels and the ability to take action
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
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.
when a person gradually needs a larger dose of a drug to feel the same effect, it is called_______.
an increased tolerance.
Abnormal physical or psychological features that follow the abrupt discontinuation of a drug that has the capability of producing physical dependence.
withdrawal
How long does it take for antidepressants to take effect?
2-4 weeks
how many neurotransmitters are involved with depression?
3, norepinephrine, serotonin, or dopamine
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.
a primary, chronic disease of brain reward, motivation, memory, and related circuitry is referred to as_________.
Addiction.