What is the primary difference between grief and depression according to the American Psychiatric Association?
Grief involves waves of painful feelings mixed with positive memories, while depression involves a persistently low mood and loss of interest, with feelings of
A type of major depressive disorder during or after pregnancy, causing extreme sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion, affecting the mother’s ability to care for herself and her baby.
Peripartum Depression
A type of MDD that occurs in the fall and winter months when there is less sunlight.
seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
This neurotransmitter is involved in the brain’s reward system and is linked to movement, substance abuse, and psychosis.
Dopamine is involved in the brain’s reward system and is linked to movement, substance abuse, and psychosis.
Shifts from manic episodes (abnormally high moods) to depressive episodes (abnormally low moods).
Bipolar Disorder
A persistently elevated or irritable mood with increased energy lasting at least one week.
Mania/Manic Episode
This type of therapy helps patients recognize and change distorted thinking, improve problem-solving skills, and develop confidence in their abilities.
cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
What mood stabilizer is commonly used to treat manic episodes in bipolar disorder?
Lithium
What are some possible coexisting disorders with bipolar disorder?
Which neurotransmitter affects mood and pain regulation?
Serotonin helps regulate mood, sleep, appetite, and inhibits pain.
A life-threatening condition caused by excessive serotonin, with symptoms including mental status changes, autonomic hyperactivity (e.g., tachycardia), or neuromuscular hyperactivity (e.g., tremors).
Serotonin Syndrome
Which neurotransmitter is responsible for regulating sleep, appetite, and mood?
Serotonin
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