Assignment: Depressive Disorders

Assignment: Depressive Disorders
Assignment: Depressive Disorders
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Bipolar and Depressive Disorders
Comparison Chart
Directions: Although bipolar and depressive disorders share several key similarities, some aspects are radically different among these disorders. The completion of this chart gives you an opportunity to thoroughly compare and contrast these specific disorders. Complete the table below by following the example provided for Cyclothymic Disorder. Include examples and at least two scholarly references as reference notes below the chart.
Note: “D/O” is an acronym for disorder
Disorder & Features Depressive Episode? Manic Episode? Hypomanic Episode? Duration of Clinically-Significant Symptoms Duration of Symptom-Free Intervals Distinguish From (Differential Diagnosis): Comorbidity (Often Seen With):
Cyclothymic Disorder No, but episodes only that do not meet full criteria No No, but episodes only that do not meet full criteria 2+ yr. in Adults
1+ yr. in Adolescents
No longer than 2 months Psychotic D/O
Bipolar D/O
Borderline PD
Substance-Induced D/O
Substance-Related D/O
Sleep D/O
ADHD
MDD
Major Depressive Disorder
Dysthymia Persistent Depressive Disorder
DMDD
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
Bipolar I Disorder
Bipolar II Disorder
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Possible causes include a combination of biological, psychological and social sources of distress. Increasingly, research suggests that these factors may cause changes in brain function, including altered activity of certain neural circuits in the brain.
The persistent feeling of sadness or loss of interest that characterises major depression can lead to a range of behavioural and physical symptoms. These may include changes in sleep, appetite, energy level, concentration, daily behaviour or self-esteem. Depression can also be associated with thoughts of suicide.
The mainstay of treatment is usually medication, talk therapy or a combination of the two. Increasingly, research suggests that these treatments may normalise brain changes associated with depression.