M50: Depressive Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Suicide, and Self-Injury

Julia is suffering from depression. In addition to medication to alleviate her symptoms, Julia's doctor may also recommend that she _____ to increase serotonin.

increase exercise

Depression affects women and men in a ratio of nearly:

2 to 1.

At some point during the past year, approximately _____ percent of American college students have felt so depressed that they found it difficult to function.

30

Billy has an identical twin that was recently diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Research suggests that the chances are _____ that Billy will also suffer from bipolar disorder at some point in his life.

7 in 10

_____ disorder consists of a prolonged state of hopeless sadness.

Major depressive

John has been having difficulties getting out of bed, is not interested in going out with friends, and does not even answer the phone. He has let a number of bills go unpaid, he is sleeping 12 to 14 hours a day, and he cannot concentrate at work. He has called in sick to work at least once each week. John is MOST likely suffering from _____ disorder.

depressive

Taresa feels that her life is empty. She has lost interest in career and hobbies, and she wonders if she would be better off dead. She is MOST likely suffering from a(n):

depressive disorder.

Even without professional intervention, _____ episodes of depression often resolve on their own.

most

The police brought Elaine to the emergency room after she was seen running down the street in her underwear yelling that she has the power. Elaine was also spending large amounts of money across town and was rude and reckless over the last five days. In the emergency room, Elaine would not be quiet long enough for the nurse to ask her questions. Elaine is MOST likely suffering from _____ disorder.

bipolar

"He is as slow as molasses" might be a good way to describe the energy level for people suffering from _____ disorder.

major depressive

For the past four weeks, Odessa has been feeling lethargic and worthless. Her friends are worried because she no longer shows interest in her normal social activities. It is MOST likely that Odessa is suffering from:

major depressive disorder.