Kinesiology 2276F/G Lecture Notes - Lecture 17: Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Mood Disorder

• School: Western University
• Department: Kinesiology
• Course: Kinesiology 2276F/G
• Professor: Craig Hall

Document Summary

Mental health state of successful performance of mental function, resulting in productive activities, fulfilling relationships with other people, and the ability to adapt to change and to cope. Mental illness refers collectively to all diagnosable mental disorders. Mental disorder health conditions that are characterized by altered thinking, mood, or behaviour associated with distress and/or impaired functioning. (eg. anxiety, depression) Signs and symptoms of insufficient or duration to meet criteria for mental disorders. Symptoms are sufficient enough to potentially warrant active efforts in health promotion, prevention, and treatment. Continuum of mental illness, mental health problems, & mental health. Mood disturbances: influences mood regulation beyond the usual variations. Persistent low mood and inability to find enjoyment in activities. Lack of motivation to begin or continue activities. Depressed mood, loss of interest or pleasure are primary symptoms. Not driven by physiological causes (eg. drugs) or medical conditions (eg. Not driven by physiological causes (eg. drugs) or medical conditions (eg. hypothyroidism)