Mood Disorders

A set of flashcards focused on key terms and definitions related to mood disorders, including major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, and bipolar disorders.

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Requires either a depressed mood state or a loss of interest or pleasure in day-to-day activities.

Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD)

Chronically depressed mood lasting for at least 2 years, not as severe as MDD.

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)

Frequent and severe temper outbursts across multiple settings, lasting at least 12 months.

Anhedonia

Lack of enjoyment and loss of interest in pleasurable activities.

Dysphoria

Negative mood state characterized by sadness.

Euphoria

An exaggerated sense of happiness and well-being.

Euthymia

Normal mood.

Bipolar I Disorder

Includes one or more manic or mixed episodes; characterized by elevated mood lasting at least one week.

Rapid cycling features in children

When 4 or more mood episodes occur within a 12 month period.

Gender differences in mood disorders

Equal rates during childhood, but women are diagnosed at a 2:1 ratio compared to men during adolescence and adulthood.