be a normal reaction to life events or circumstances‚ a symptom of some medical conditions‚ a side effect of some drugs or medical treatments‚ or a symptom of certain psychiatric syndromes such as the mood disorders major depressive disorder and dysthymia. Depression in childhood and adolescence may be similar to adult major depressive disorder‚ although young sufferers may exhibit increased irritability or aggressive and self-destructive behaviors‚ rather than the all-encompassing sadness associated
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having so much on your plate such as work and family‚ this could be making you depressed and taking a toll on your mind more than you think. When we hear depression‚ we think I have nothing to be depressed about. This is not always the case. In dysthymia‚ that drained feeling you have. This disorder affects women more than men. Having so much to do every day with work and family life this could be where you are not getting the energy you need to survive the day
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and curable. Depression affects children‚ teens‚ adults‚ and even animals‚ it doesn’t matter where on location or social environment‚ depression can happen to anyone. 20% of teenagers will experience teen depression before they reach adulthood. Dysthymia‚ a type of mild long-lasting depression affecting 2% of teenagers‚ 15% of teenagers with depression will eventually develop bipolar disorder (www.teenhelp.com) Depression is the leading cause of disability in the U.S. for ages 15 to 44.3 (www.adaa
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When I was in seventh grade‚ about to enter eighth‚ I was diagnosed with Chronic Depression (which is also called Dysthymia). I had been feeling sadness for almost a year before I was diagnosed‚ and my parents only sent me to a psychiatrist when it started to become a noticeable problem. Not only did it have a severe effect on my grades‚ but it also wrecked my relationship with my family and friends. When I began to sink into this depression‚ I didn’t really consider it a big deal at first
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that she did not see her father and he was unknown since she was born not only for her but also for most of the family members. Client’s symptoms did not meet the criteria of schizoaffective disorder‚ schizophrenia disorder‚ delusional disorder‚ dysthymia‚ or due to any medication and the influences of any drug or alcohol use. The client’s symptoms meet the criteria of Major Depressive disorder‚ Mild‚ Recurrent Episode. Depressed mood all the day Markedly diminished interest or pleasure in all
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DSM-5 Diagnosis: 300.4 (F34.1) Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)‚ with anxious distress‚ with intermittent major depressive episodes‚ without current episode‚ severe. Problem List: Lack of trust in others; suspiciousness Trouble forming meaningful bonds with others Frequent unwarranted self-criticism Feeling unworthy or love; unlikeable Isolation from others Rumination that makes it difficult to fall asleep Intrusive thoughts that disrupt daily activities Anxiety being around people
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PSYCHOLOGY 305 – EXAM 2 – STUDY GUIDE WINTER 2013 Models for stress: Know what each model says about stress (e.g.‚ Cannon’s‚ Selye’s‚ etc.) Stress & the Immune system – Acute vs. prolonged stress & illness; Physiology of stress & immune system functioning -SAM System- Sympathetic adrenomedullary system. Results in release of catecholamines. -HPA System- Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenocortical system. Results in release of corticosteroids-cortisol. Chronically elecated levels-compromises
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This type of depression is a disorder blended with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs. This type has very different symptoms than major depression or dysthymia. The symptoms of bipolar disorder are having very elevated and very deep mood swings. Unfortunately‚ this depression cannot be cured‚ but treatment may help the person control it. It can last for years or even be lifelong. When a person has bipolar
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disorder Mood disorders: A category of disorders marked by persistent or episodic disturbances in emotion that interfere with normal functioning in at least one realm of life. Major depression affects a persons ABC’s – affect‚ behavior‚ cognition Dysthymia: A mood disorder similar to major depressive disorder‚ but less intense and longer lasting. Depression learned helplessness and hopelessness. Negative reinforcement for avoidance [ex. Calling in sick] Bipolar disorder: A mood disorder marked by
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has even contemplated and tried to commit suicide. With his brother suffering from suicidal ideation‚ and the persistent symptoms that Dwayne exhibits‚ I believe the best diagnosis for Dwayne would be Persistent Depressive Disorder‚ also known as Dysthymia. To treat Dwayne’s Persistent Depressive Disorder‚ I would prescribe him with a class antidepressants‚ specifically tricyclics. Furthermore‚ I would provide Dwayne with Behavioral Activation Therapy or Interpersonal Psychotherapy. I believe either
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