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Mood Disorders

Definitions. Depression can refer to many things and mean different things to different peopleSymptom versus syndromeHowever, for a clinical depression consistent with DSM-IV, this must lead to functional impairment. DSM-IV Diagnostic Categories. Major DepressionDysthymiaDepressive Disorder NOS

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Mood Disorders

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    1. Mood Disorders

    2. Definitions Depression can refer to many things and mean different things to different people Symptom versus syndrome However, for a clinical depression consistent with DSM-IV, this must lead to functional impairment

    3. DSM-IV Diagnostic Categories Major Depression Dysthymia Depressive Disorder NOS Bipolar Disorder, Type I or II Cyclothymia Bipolar Disorder NOS Mood Disorder secondary to GMC Substance-Induced Mood Disorder Adjustment Disorder (separate classification)

    4. Mood Disorders Disabling disturbances of emotion Depression characterized by: Sadness Feelings of worthlessness and guilt Withdrawal from others Changes in sleep and appetite Mania characterized by: Intense elation or irritability Hyperactivity, talkativeness, distractibility

    5. Table 8.1 Mood Disorder Diagnoses

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