3060 Mood disorders

what kind of neurological disorders can mimic depression

parkinsons, huntington’s, alzheimers 

How can a TBI cause depression?

release glutamate

what kind of chronic illness can mimic depression

kidney failure, cancer, heart failure

what is anhedonia

not wanting to do things you used to find enjoyable

what are the 5 symptoms you need over a 2 wk period to be diagnosed with MDD

weight & appetite changes, sleep problems, fatigue, worthlessness, loss of ability to concentrate, thoughts of death, psychomotor agitation/ retardation 

what others symptom do you need to have MDD? at least one

depressed mood, anhedonia

what is command hallucinations

telling you do to something

what are the requirements for bipolar 1? 

MDD symptoms PLUS at least one manic episodeh

What does the following describe:

a distinct period of abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood and abnormally and persistently increased goal-directed activity or energy

Bipolar 1 disorder

What does the following describe?:

The episode is not severe enough to cause marked impairment in social or occupational functioning or to necessitate hospitalization

Bipolar II

What are the following considered (suicide): 

family history

prior attempt

trauma

recent loss

poor health

gender

ethnicity

profession

LGBTQ youth

rural enviroment

Risk factors for suicide

What are the following considered (suicide)?:

access to mental health care: creating a safety plan

strong interpersonal connections

marriage

children

religious beliefs

lack of access to means

hope, future-oriented mindset

protective factors

1 suicide death every — minutes

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what are goals for clients with bipolar disorder?

safety, sleep, nutrition, ADLs, recovery

What type of disorder is described by the following?

chronic, fluctuating hypomanic and depressive symptoms

at least 2 years

symptoms don’t meet full criteria for either hypomania or MDD

Cyclothymic disorder

what are covert symptoms to the suicidality assessment

improved mood, giving away possessions, ending relationships, asking for forgiveness, feeling like a burden, changes in sleep, increased alcohol & drug use

what age group has the highest SI risk when starting SSRI’s

Adolescents