Depression Characteristics

• What is depression classified as?

  A mood disorder
• What are common feelings experienced by individuals with depression?

  Sadness and lack of interest in usual activities
• What are some characteristics of depression?

  Irrational negative thoughts, raised or lowered activity levels, and difficulty concentrating
• What are the behavioral symptoms of depression?

  • Change in activity levels (shift or tiredness)
  • Disruption to eating and sleeping behaviors
  • Increased sleep or insomnia
  • Reduced appetite or overeating
  • Aggression and self-harm
  • Irritability and aggression towards others
  • Self-harm or suicide attempts
• What are the emotional symptoms of depression?

  Lowered mood, anger, and lowered self-esteem
• How can anger manifest in individuals with depression?

  It can be directed towards others or turned inwards on the self
• What cognitive symptoms are associated with depression?

  Dwelling on the negative, absolutist thinking, and poor concentration
• What is absolutist thinking in the context of depression?

  Black and white thinking where everything is seen as really good or really bad
• What difficulties do individuals with depression face in terms of concentration?

  They may find it hard to stick with a task or make straightforward decisions
• What is a key feature of cognitive symptoms in depression?

  Attending to dwell on the negative and ignoring the positives
• How does depression affect an individual's self-esteem?

  Individuals often feel worthless or hopeless
• What is the relationship between depression and activity levels?

  There can be raised or lowered activity levels
• What can lead to aggression in individuals suffering from depression?

  Feelings of being hurt and wishing to retaliate
• What is a common change in eating behavior for individuals with depression?

  Some may have a reduced appetite while others eat considerably more
• How does depression affect sleep patterns?

  Some people may sleep much more while others suffer from insomnia
• How do the symptoms of depression interrelate across behavioral, emotional, and cognitive domains?

  Behavioral changes can lead to emotional distress and cognitive biases
• What is the definition of depression as stated in the material?

  A mood disorder where an individual feels sad or lacks interest in their usual activities
• What is the impact of irrational negative thoughts in depression?

  They contribute to the overall experience of sadness and lack of interest