Chapter Ten

These flashcards cover key concepts related to depressive and bipolar disorders, including definitions, symptoms, and treatment approaches.

Depressive Disorders

A category of mood disorders characterized by pervasive feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in activities.

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

A type of depression characterized by persistent low mood, anhedonia, and other symptoms for at least two weeks.

Persistent Depressive Disorder (P-DD)

A chronic form of depression where symptoms persist for at least one year, characterized by a depressed or irritable mood.

Dysthymia

An older term for persistent depressive disorder (P-DD), referring to long-lasting mild depression.

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)

A mood disorder in children marked by chronic, severe irritability and temper outbursts.

Anhedonia

The inability to experience pleasure from activities usually found enjoyable.

Irritability

A common symptom in mood disorders, characterized by heightened sensitivity and frequent anger.

Bipolar Disorder (BP)

A mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A psychotherapy used to treat depression by helping patients change negative thought patterns and behaviors.

Negative Cognitive Triad

A cognitive theory that describes the tendency of depressed individuals to have negative views about themselves, their world, and their future.

Comorbidity

The presence of one or more additional disorders co-occurring with a primary disorder.

Cognitive Distortions

Inaccurate thought patterns that can contribute to a person's negative view of themselves and their circumstances.

Mood Regulation

The ability to modulate one's emotional state in response to various stimuli and situations.