2. Presntation
Outline
╺ Depression
╺ Theories of Depression
╺ Prevalence
╺ Different forms of depressions
╺ Signs & Symptoms of depression
╺ Causes of Depression
╺ Management of depression
╺ Side effects of medication taken for depession
╺ Factors of depresion 2
4. “Depression is a mental state of
low mood and aversion to
activity. Classified medically as a
mental and behavioral disorder.
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5. What is
Depression?
╺ Mental disorder
╺ Depressed moods
╺ Loss of interest or pleasure
╺ Feelings of guilt
╺ Low self worth
╺ Disturbed sleep or appetite
╺ Low Energy
╺ Poor Concentration
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6. Symptoms of
Depression
╺ Feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness or hopelessness.
╺ Angry outbursts, irritability or frustration, even over small
matters.
╺ Loss of interest or pleasure in most or all normal activities, such
as sex, hobbies or sports.
╺ Sleep disturbances, including insomnia or sleeping too much
Sleep problems.
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7. Symptoms of
Depression
╺ Loss of appetite or other eating issues.
╺ Lack of energy.
╺ Loss of concentration.
╺ Problems with self-image or confidence.
╺ Ongoing thoughts of death or suicide.
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9. Types of
depression
╺ Major Depression
╺ Dysthymic Disorder
╺ Bipolar Disorder
╺ SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)
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10. Theories of
Depression
╺ COGNITIVE THEORY
╺ TRITARTITE MODEL OF DEPRESSION
╺ BEHAVIOURAL THEORY
╺ EVOLUTIONARY APPROACHES
╺ BIOLOGY OF DEPRESSION
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11. How to Overcome
╺ Psychological Treatment
╺ Staying Active
╺ Sleeping Patterns and Depression
╺ Negative Thoughts and Depression
╺ Dealing with Irritability
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12. Side Effects of
Medication
╺ NAUSIA
╺ HEADACHE
╺ ANXIETY
╺ SWEATING
╺ DISINESS
╺ AGITATION
╺ WEIGHT GAIN
╺ DRY MOUTH
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