Obj. 12 Mood disorders - aa Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between Major Depressive Disorder and Dysthymic disorder?
A
Major: > 2 weeks of feeling “blue”/anhedonia and 5+ SIG E CAPS
Dysthymic: 2 years of mostly depressed mood and < 5 SIG E CAPS
2
Q
What is the difference between Bipolar I and Bipolar II?
A
Bipolar I: manic episode +/- depression
Bipolar II: depression +/- hypomania
3
Q
Bipolar disorders are more commonly seen in females.
T/F
A
False
female = male
4
Q
What is the greatest risk factor for bipolar?
A
Family history
5
Q
What percentage of patients with depression commit suicide?
A
15%
6
Q
What percentage of patients with bipolar attempt suicide at least once?
A
25-50%
