PSY240H1 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Major Depressive Disorder, Mood Disorder, Mania
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Mood disorders involve disabling disturbances in emotion, from the sadness of depression to the elation and irritability of mania. Mood disorders are often associated with other psychological problems, such as panic attacks, substance abuse, sexual dysfunction, and personality disorders. The presence of other disorders can increase severity and result in poorer prognosis. Depression - emotional state marked by great sadness and feelings of worthlessness and guilt. Additional symptoms may include withdrawal from others and loss of interest and pleasure in usual activities like loss of sexual desire. Sleep and appetite may be affected in either direction: some people with depression sleep more than usual, others less. Appetite may increase or decrease, leading to gain or loss in weight. They cannot take in what they read or what other people say to them. Conversing is a chore, they speak slowly and monotonously. Prefer to sit alone/remain silent, agitated or cannot sit still.
