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between what ages do most people experience their first depressive episode? 

20 and 30

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Name 3 symptoms for depression. 

depressed mood, sleep difficulties, loss of interest, fatigue, significant weight change, feeling worthless, diminished concentration, recurring thoughts of death. 

100

In what ways could you exercise to cope with depression? 

walk, bike ride, weightlift, swim, yoga, etc. 

100

Women are __x more likely to develop depression. 

2

200

what mental disorder includes depressive episodes? 

bipolar disorder

200

Name 3 risks for depression

Poverty, unemployment, social isolation, stressful life events. 

200

how can you avoid coping with social isolation? 

Socialize! call a friend, join a support group, etc. 

200
Name 2 unhealthy coping skills for depression.

Drug/alcohol use, isolation, over/under eating, etc. 

300

50% of those who die by suicide suffer from depression or a related mood disorder. T/F?

FALSE- it's 60%

300

What must be true for depressive symptoms to be considered depression? HINT: There are 2 things. 

Symptoms must last for at least 2 weeks, and symptoms must cause significant distress. 

300

Which coping skill includes choosing an activity and practicing it daily to stop low energy when depressed. 

Behavioral Activation

300

what percentage of people diagnosed with depression also suffer from anxiety? 

Over 50%

400
what does SSRI stand for? What does it do? 

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors. SSRI's increase the level of serotonin in our brains, increasing happiness.   

400

Your friend is showing signs of depression such as social isolation, and no interest in doing things she previously enjoyed. How can you offer help? 

Suggest socializing and behavioral activation (doing the things she used to enjoy once daily for a week).

400

What is Mindfulness? Why is it helpful when coping with depression? 

Mindfulness is paying attention to the present moment. It helps because it reduces the worry that comes with depression. 

400

What model is used to break down aspects of a situation so you can better understand how to approach something overwhelming? 

Control-influence-accept Model. 

500

Describe the cycle of depression. 

:) good job!

500

What kinds of personality type effect your risk for depression? 

Unrealistic, negative, highly self-critical, overly passive or dependent, highly anxious. 

500

Which coping skill focuses on gratitude? Describe how to use it. 

Three Good Things. Write about 3 positive experiences from your day. ask yourself, "how did this happen? why was this meaningful? how can I experience more of this?" repeat every day for a week. 

500

What is Ms. Sidney's favorite coping skill? 

Social support