Psych Exam 2 Questions and Correct
Answers.
mood - Answer subjective
emotion that influences one's perception of the world and how they function
affect - Answer objective
outward emotional expression
depression - Answer common mental state characterized by sadness, loss of interest or
pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self worth, disturbed sleep or appetite, low energy, poor
concentration
diagnosis of major depressive disorder - Answer depressed mood and/or loss of interest for
at least 2 weeks
4 out of 7 sx
-disturbed sleep
-disturbed appetite
-disruption of concentration or energy
-psychomotor agitation or retardation
-excessive guilt
-feelings of worthlessness
-suicidal ideation
depressive disorders in children and adolescents - Answer -anxiety and somatic symptoms
more likely
-decreased interaction with peers
-avoidance of play and recreational activities
-mood may be irritable rather than sad
-high risk of suicide (3rd leading cause of death in teens)
-chronic bullying increases risk
-substance use intensifies suicide risk
-children and adolescents and COVID 19
depressive disorders in older adults - Answer -often undetected or inadequate treatment
-commonly associated with chronic illness
Answers.
mood - Answer subjective
emotion that influences one's perception of the world and how they function
affect - Answer objective
outward emotional expression
depression - Answer common mental state characterized by sadness, loss of interest or
pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self worth, disturbed sleep or appetite, low energy, poor
concentration
diagnosis of major depressive disorder - Answer depressed mood and/or loss of interest for
at least 2 weeks
4 out of 7 sx
-disturbed sleep
-disturbed appetite
-disruption of concentration or energy
-psychomotor agitation or retardation
-excessive guilt
-feelings of worthlessness
-suicidal ideation
depressive disorders in children and adolescents - Answer -anxiety and somatic symptoms
more likely
-decreased interaction with peers
-avoidance of play and recreational activities
-mood may be irritable rather than sad
-high risk of suicide (3rd leading cause of death in teens)
-chronic bullying increases risk
-substance use intensifies suicide risk
-children and adolescents and COVID 19
depressive disorders in older adults - Answer -often undetected or inadequate treatment
-commonly associated with chronic illness
