PSYB32H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Amygdala, Twin, Light Therapy
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These are people who emphasize the psychological aspects of depression. Mania: an emotional state of unknown elation accompanied by irritability, hyperactivity, talkativeness, distractability, and grandiose plans. Interpersonal perspectives: depressed individuals usually have sparse social networks, which in turn causes reduced social supports, depressed people usually have low social skills, depressed individuals usually seek reassurance in order to avoid rejection. Stress and depression: constance hammen believed that people bring stress on themselves, people sometimes might even gravitate towards people who are volatile, non- supportive, and abusive. Genetic vulnerability: bipolar disorder is one of the most heritable disorders, with a concordance rate of. Hpa axis: both hemispheres are implicated in depression. The left hemisphere is linked to agitation and sadness, while the right hemisphere is linked to indifference and flat affect. Preventing depressive disorders: continue to work on social, cognitive, and problem solving skills, interpersonal relations should be emphasized, family members should be included in the treatment plan.
