Mood disorders and personality disorders

mood disorders

group of disorders involving disturbances in behavior.

major depressive episode

severe depression symptoms for at least 2 weeks.

mania

periods of abnormally high euphoria.

hypomanic episodes

less severe manic episode

mixed features/ dysphoric manic episodes

a combination of symptoms from both depressive and manic episodes occurring concurrently.

major depressive disorder

persistent recurrent depressive episodes with 2 month of non- episode mood stability.

persistent depressive disorder/ dysthymia

persistent depressed mood accompanied by low self worth, withdrawn behavior for at least 2 years with no 2 month absence of symptoms

double depression

a condition where a person experiences a major depressive episode on top of pre-existing persistent depressive disorder.

integrated grief

grief moving on from acute grief to coping skills to adjust to the new life.

complicated grief

grief that is debilitating

premenstrual dysphoric disorder

emotional issues that happen before the menstrual cycle

disruptive mood dysregulation disorder

child that has chronic negative moods with no accompanying mania.

bipolar 2

alternation of major depressive episodes with hypomanic episodes

bipolar 1

alternation of major depressive episodes with full manic episodes

cyclothymic disorder

at least 2 years of mood disorder with alternating high and low but not as severe as full mania or depressive episodes.

What age does BP1 occur typically

15-18, chronic, suicide common

What age does BP2 occur typically

19-22, chronic, 10-25% develops into BP 1

what percent of the world has major depression

16%

what gender if affected more by mood disorders

females

how do pgenetics effect mood disorders

Relatives of bipolar probands are more likely to have unipolar depression

learned helplessness

is a psychological condition in which an individual comes to believe they have no control over the outcomes of events, leading to a lack of motivation and depression. (Seligman)

depressive cognitive triad

thinking errors by depressed people that involve negative views of themselves, their world, and their future.

integrative model of mood disorders

bio>psych>stress>depression/mania symptoms>mood disorder

treatment (meds)mood stabilizers

SSRIS,monoamine oxidase inhibitor, tricyclic antidepressants, and lithium.

alternative treatments for mood disorders

CBT, ECT, IPT,

where is suicide ranked for cause of death in U.S

11th

what race is more effected by suicide

white

what age is more susceptible to suicide

younger population

personality disorder

enduring maladaptive pattern for thinking, feeling, and behaving that deviates markedly from cultural expectations.

cluster A

odd or ecentricbehavioral patterns, including paranoia, schizoid, and schizotypal traits.

cluster b

dramatic, emotional, or erratic behaviors: antisocial, borderline, histrionic, narcissistic personality disorders.

cluster c

anxious or fearful behavioral patterns, including avoidant, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorders.

paranoid personality disorder

A personality disorder characterized by pervasive distrust and suspicion of others, often believing that others have malicious intent.

schizoid personality disorder

A personality disorder marked by a pervasive pattern of detachment from social relationships and a restricted range of emotional expression.

schitzotypical personality disorder

A personality disorder characterized by social and interpersonal deficits, reduced capacity for close relationships, and cognitive or perceptual distortions, often accompanied by eccentric behavior.

difference between schitzoid and schitzotypical

Schizoid individuals generally have little or no desire for close relationships and prefer solitary activities, while schizotypal individuals may desire relationships but struggle to form and maintain them due to social anxiety and unusual thoughts and behaviors. 

antisocial personality disorder

A personality disorder characterized by a disregard for the rights of others, impulsivity, and a lack of remorse for harmful actions.

borderline personality disorder

A personality disorder marked by instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and emotions, along with impulsive behaviors.

histronic personality disorder

A personality disorder characterized by excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior. Individuals often engage in dramatic displays of emotion and seek approval and reassurance from others.

narcissitic personality disorder

A personality disorder characterized by an excessive sense of self-importance, a deep need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.

avoidant personality disorder

A personality disorder marked by feelings of extreme shyness, fear of criticism or rejection, and avoidance of social situations. Individuals often feel inadequate and highly sensitive to negative evaluation.

dependent personality disorder

A personality disorder characterized by a pervasive and excessive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behaviors. Individuals often fear separation and struggle with making decisions independently.

ocd

A mental disorder characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) that the individual feels driven to perform.