Module 42
Eeyore, a character in the Winnie the Pooh series by A. A. Milne, speaks slowly, has a pessimistic view, and often doesn't wish to participate in social activities. These behaviors suggest that the character suffers from:
depression
A psychologist gets an e-mail referral from a prospective client named Sandy. Sandy complains of stress, fatigue, and apathy. The psychologist asks if Sandy is male or female. Why did the psychologist consider this important to know?
Women are more likely to suffer from depression
Jill suffers from depression. However, she tends to be depressed in the fall or winter but not during the spring and summer months. This is called:
a seasonal pattern
The brain of a person who suffers from depression tends to have low levels of _____.
serotonin
Bipolar disorder is characterized by moods that alternate between the hopelessness and lethargy of depression and the euphoric, _____ state of mania.
hyperactive
Bipolar disorder is much _____ common than major depressive disorder, but it is often _____ dysfunctional.
less, more
Karl is a prolific painter. However, he is also prone to periods of hopelessness and depression, which are followed by periods of hyperactivity. It is very likely that Karl is suffering from:
bipolar disorder
The police brought Helene to the emergency room after she was seen running down the street in her underwear yelling, "I have the power!" Helene was also spending large amounts of money across town and was rude and reckless over the last five days. In the ER, Helene would not be quiet long enough for the nurse to ask her questions. Helene is MOST likely suffering from:
bipolar disorder
Elaine feels that her life is empty. Over the last few months, she has lost interest in her career and hobbies, and she wonders if she would be better off dead. She is MOST likely suffering from:
major depressive disorder
For the past four weeks, 20-year-old Odessa has been feeling lethargic and worthless. Her friends are worried because she no longer shows interest in her normal social activities. It is very likely that Odessa is suffering from:
major depressive disorder