Depression: Depressive Moods and Suicidal Behavior

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to depression, depressive disorders, assessment tools, and treatment options as described in the lecture notes.

Mood

A pervasive and sustained emotion that colors one’s perception of the world.

Affect

Expression of mood, which can be blunted, bright, flat, inappropriate, or labile.

Depression

A sad, irritable, or empty mood accompanied by somatic and cognitive changes.

Major Depressive Disorder

A depressive disorder characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest.

Anhedonia

Loss of interest or pleasure in nearly all activities.

Epidemiology

The study of how often diseases occur in different groups of people.

Beck Depression Inventory

A questionnaire used to assess the severity of depression.

PHQ-9

A tool used to measure depressive symptoms and their impact.

Risk Factors

Conditions or behaviors that increase the likelihood of developing depression.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A therapeutic intervention aimed at changing unhelpful cognitive distortions.

Suicidal Ideation

Thoughts about self-harm or wishing to be dead.

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

A somatic therapy for severe depression involving electrical stimulation of the brain.

Serotonin Syndrome

A potentially fatal condition caused by high levels of serotonin in the CNS.

Recovery-oriented Care

A treatment approach focusing on reducing symptoms and improving life quality.

Persistent Depressive Disorder

A chronic form of depression lasting for at least 2 years in adults.

Why do most people deny repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation for depression?

It requires 20 to 30 minute sessions for 4 to 6 weeks, making it time-consuming and potentially inconvenient for patients.