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Day Fourty
February 11, 2011
A-Z through the DSM IVr
D: Depression
Depression is a mental disorder characterized by an all-encompassing low mood accompanied by low self-esteem, and by loss of interest or pleasure in normally enjoyable activities. This cluster of symptoms (syndrome) was named, described and classified as one of the mood disorders in the 1980 edition of the American Psychiatric Association's diagnostic manual. The term "depression" is ambiguous. It is often used to denote this syndrome but may refer to any or all of the mood disorders. Major depressive disorder is a disabling condition which adversely affects a person's family, work or school life, sleeping and eating habits, and general health. In the United States, around 3.4% of people with major depression commit suicide, and up to 60% of people who commit suicide had depression or another mood disorder.
The diagnosis of major depressive disorder is based on the patient's self-reported experiences, behavior reported by relatives or friends, and a mental status examination. There is no laboratory test for major depression, although physicians generally request tests for physical conditions that may cause similar symptoms. If depressive disorder is not detected in the early stages it may result in a slow recovery and affect or worsen the person's physical health. The most common time of onset is between the ages of 20 and 30 years, with a later peak between 30 and 40 years.
Typically, patients are treated with antidepressant medication and, in many cases, also receive psychotherapy or counseling although the effectiveness of medication for mild or moderate cases is questionable. Hospitalization may be necessary in cases with associated self-neglect or a significant risk of harm to self or others. A minority are treated with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), under a short-acting general anaesthetic. The course of the disorder varies widely, from one episode lasting weeks to a lifelong disorder with recurrent major depressive episodes. Depressed individuals have shorter life expectancies than those without depression, in part because of greater susceptibility to medical illnesses and suicide. It is unclear whether or not medications affect the risk of suicide. Current and former patients may be stigmatized.
Hope this picture freaks you out lol I'm actually surprised I did it somewhat like I had in my brain lol
Actually depression runs rampant in my family. I don't think there's a single one of us who hasn't been diagnosed with it at one point in time. My sister is a walking billboard for it. I had my own severe depression episode back in the 8th grade...I missed a good 4 weeks of school because I was convinced I was sick and couldn't get out of bed and then after seeing about 6 different doctors one of them finally said I was depressed. I'm continually battling it now too...
So I have a rather ambitious goal of getting caught up tonight...so I'll be doing two other pics aside from this one. Hope I can make it happen...lol
Today's meme:
Day 28 - A picture of something you're afraid of.
Day Fourty
February 11, 2011
A-Z through the DSM IVr
D: Depression
Depression is a mental disorder characterized by an all-encompassing low mood accompanied by low self-esteem, and by loss of interest or pleasure in normally enjoyable activities. This cluster of symptoms (syndrome) was named, described and classified as one of the mood disorders in the 1980 edition of the American Psychiatric Association's diagnostic manual. The term "depression" is ambiguous. It is often used to denote this syndrome but may refer to any or all of the mood disorders. Major depressive disorder is a disabling condition which adversely affects a person's family, work or school life, sleeping and eating habits, and general health. In the United States, around 3.4% of people with major depression commit suicide, and up to 60% of people who commit suicide had depression or another mood disorder.
The diagnosis of major depressive disorder is based on the patient's self-reported experiences, behavior reported by relatives or friends, and a mental status examination. There is no laboratory test for major depression, although physicians generally request tests for physical conditions that may cause similar symptoms. If depressive disorder is not detected in the early stages it may result in a slow recovery and affect or worsen the person's physical health. The most common time of onset is between the ages of 20 and 30 years, with a later peak between 30 and 40 years.
Typically, patients are treated with antidepressant medication and, in many cases, also receive psychotherapy or counseling although the effectiveness of medication for mild or moderate cases is questionable. Hospitalization may be necessary in cases with associated self-neglect or a significant risk of harm to self or others. A minority are treated with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), under a short-acting general anaesthetic. The course of the disorder varies widely, from one episode lasting weeks to a lifelong disorder with recurrent major depressive episodes. Depressed individuals have shorter life expectancies than those without depression, in part because of greater susceptibility to medical illnesses and suicide. It is unclear whether or not medications affect the risk of suicide. Current and former patients may be stigmatized.
Hope this picture freaks you out lol I'm actually surprised I did it somewhat like I had in my brain lol
Actually depression runs rampant in my family. I don't think there's a single one of us who hasn't been diagnosed with it at one point in time. My sister is a walking billboard for it. I had my own severe depression episode back in the 8th grade...I missed a good 4 weeks of school because I was convinced I was sick and couldn't get out of bed and then after seeing about 6 different doctors one of them finally said I was depressed. I'm continually battling it now too...
So I have a rather ambitious goal of getting caught up tonight...so I'll be doing two other pics aside from this one. Hope I can make it happen...lol
Today's meme:
Day 28 - A picture of something you're afraid of.