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Depressive Disorder: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
Amy Robinson
Liberty University
Abstract
This paper will examine the causes of depression, trouble with diagnosis of depression, and the treatment process. Depression can be simple to diagnose, however, this paper will discuss the fact that many people will have more than one disorder that needs to be evaluated and therefore the symptoms of depression may be masked by others. Once all problems are evaluated a thorough treatment plan can be created. Some of the treatment options are pharmacological, therapeutic, and many times spiritual. These different approaches, when integrated together, can allow a person to change their thought process, their behavior and give them freedom from their pain and stress.
Keywords: diagnosis, treatment, disorders
Depressive Disorder: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
People diagnosed with mood disorders, such as major depressive disorder, dysthymic disorder and bipolar disorder make up about 9.5% of the US population (NAMI). This population not only has been diagnosed with one disorder, but many have multiple disorders, such as depression linked with anxiety, and/or substance abuse. Those who have been diagnosed with depression or a combination of disorders (comorbidity) are at a greater risk for harming themselves and others. The National Institute of Mental Health (2013) stated that more than 90% of people who commit suicide each year have been previously diagnosed with a mood disorder such as the ones listed above. While depression is common, it is also a very serious disorder that some may take lightly when first diagnosed. Depression can be caused by several combinations of different factors, like genetics, biology and their environment. For some people, having family members who suffer from depression, makes them more vulnerable to symptoms of depression.
Depression Overview There are several different forms of depressive disorder a
Amy Robinson
Liberty University
Abstract
This paper will examine the causes of depression, trouble with diagnosis of depression, and the treatment process. Depression can be simple to diagnose, however, this paper will discuss the fact that many people will have more than one disorder that needs to be evaluated and therefore the symptoms of depression may be masked by others. Once all problems are evaluated a thorough treatment plan can be created. Some of the treatment options are pharmacological, therapeutic, and many times spiritual. These different approaches, when integrated together, can allow a person to change their thought process, their behavior and give them freedom from their pain and stress.
Keywords: diagnosis, treatment, disorders
Depressive Disorder: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
People diagnosed with mood disorders, such as major depressive disorder, dysthymic disorder and bipolar disorder make up about 9.5% of the US population (NAMI). This population not only has been diagnosed with one disorder, but many have multiple disorders, such as depression linked with anxiety, and/or substance abuse. Those who have been diagnosed with depression or a combination of disorders (comorbidity) are at a greater risk for harming themselves and others. The National Institute of Mental Health (2013) stated that more than 90% of people who commit suicide each year have been previously diagnosed with a mood disorder such as the ones listed above. While depression is common, it is also a very serious disorder that some may take lightly when first diagnosed. Depression can be caused by several combinations of different factors, like genetics, biology and their environment. For some people, having family members who suffer from depression, makes them more vulnerable to symptoms of depression.
Depression Overview There are several different forms of depressive disorder a
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