PSY 2010
Unit III: Reflection on Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Columbia Southern University
PSY 2010 Abnormal Psychology
Mood Disorder
Depression is a type of mood disorder characterized by a continuous sense of melancholy and
a loss of interest (Kring & Johnson, 2018). It affects how you feel, think, and behave, leading to
several mental and physical difficulties (Kring & Johnson, 2018). It is also known as major
depressive disorder (MDD) or clinical depression. Those that suffer from MDD may find it
challenging to carry out day-to-day tasks and may feel as if life is not worth living (Kring &
Johnson, 2018). Major depressive disorder is more than just a case of the blues, and it is not
something you can "snap out of." Although depression might strike only once in a lifetime, most
people have several episodes (Kring & Johnson, 2018).
Symptoms may occur most of the day, virtually every day, during these periods, and may
include: sadness, weeping, emptiness, or a sense of hopelessness, angry outbursts, impatience, or
frustration might occur, even over minor issues (Kring & Johnson, 2018). One may also
experience loss of pleasure or interest in most or all usual activities, such as sex, hobbies, or
sports. Insomnia or sleeping too much are examples of sleep problems (Kring & Johnson, 2018).
Due to exhaustion and a lack of energy, even simple tasks require extra effort (Kring & Johnson,
2018). Many persons with depression have significant symptoms that interfere with their day-to-
day activities, such as work, school, social activities, or interpersonal relationships (Kring &
Johnson, 2018). Some people may be dissatisfied or wretched in general without knowing why.
The DSM-5 is widely used to diagnose a major depressive disorder. Below are the exact
DSM-5 criteria for major depressive disorder. At least 5 of the following symptoms must have
Unit III: Reflection on Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Columbia Southern University
PSY 2010 Abnormal Psychology
Mood Disorder
Depression is a type of mood disorder characterized by a continuous sense of melancholy and
a loss of interest (Kring & Johnson, 2018). It affects how you feel, think, and behave, leading to
several mental and physical difficulties (Kring & Johnson, 2018). It is also known as major
depressive disorder (MDD) or clinical depression. Those that suffer from MDD may find it
challenging to carry out day-to-day tasks and may feel as if life is not worth living (Kring &
Johnson, 2018). Major depressive disorder is more than just a case of the blues, and it is not
something you can "snap out of." Although depression might strike only once in a lifetime, most
people have several episodes (Kring & Johnson, 2018).
Symptoms may occur most of the day, virtually every day, during these periods, and may
include: sadness, weeping, emptiness, or a sense of hopelessness, angry outbursts, impatience, or
frustration might occur, even over minor issues (Kring & Johnson, 2018). One may also
experience loss of pleasure or interest in most or all usual activities, such as sex, hobbies, or
sports. Insomnia or sleeping too much are examples of sleep problems (Kring & Johnson, 2018).
Due to exhaustion and a lack of energy, even simple tasks require extra effort (Kring & Johnson,
2018). Many persons with depression have significant symptoms that interfere with their day-to-
day activities, such as work, school, social activities, or interpersonal relationships (Kring &
Johnson, 2018). Some people may be dissatisfied or wretched in general without knowing why.
The DSM-5 is widely used to diagnose a major depressive disorder. Below are the exact
DSM-5 criteria for major depressive disorder. At least 5 of the following symptoms must have
