PSC 126 Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: Major Depressive Episode, Bipolar Ii Disorder, Bipolar Disorder
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Overview: (unipolar ) depressive disorders: major depressive episode, persistent depressive disorder (similiar former dysthymia, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (pmdd) Spectrum from feeling blue all the way to psychotic or suicidal depression. Different kinds of depressive symptoms can be seen: Cognitive symptoms (e. g. , poor memory & concentration; inability to make decisions) Physical symptoms (e. g. , low energy, decreased appetite, sleep, sex drive) Diagnosing depression in the elderly (depression vs. dementia) Diagnosing depression in children and adolescents: major depressive disorder (mdd) For at least two weeks, at least 5 of the following 9 symptoms have to me met. At least one of the two first listed symptoms have to be present. * diminished interest or pleasure in almost all activities previously enjoyed (anhedonia) * significant weight loss or weight gain, or significant change in appetite. * psychomotor retardation or psychomotor agitation, nearly every day. * fatigue or loss of energy nearly every day. * recurrent thoughts of death and/or suicidal ideation.
