Exam 7: Mood Disorders and Suicide

1-29.Over the past two years,Kelly has experienced depressive episodes three different times.Two of the three episodes occurred in the winter and the third occurred last fall.It is now winter and Kelly's depressive symptoms once again are consistent with major depressive disorder.Which of the following diagnoses should she be given?

In what way do the symptoms of depression in Western and non-Western societies differ?

Discuss the risk factors for adolescent suicide.

What are independent and dependent life events? What is their importance?

1-94.Which of the following might explain why rates of depression are low in China and Japan?

1-79.Carleen comes to therapy because she is feeling sad.Carleen says her she has often had periods of extreme sadness in the past and they typically last between 6 and 8 months.During those times she overeats,has trouble sleeping,feels exhausted all the time,and thinks a lot about dying.At other times,however,Carleen says she feels wonderful.During those times,which last about a week,she gets a lot done,feels as if she could do anything,talks a lot and quickly,doesn't sleep,but doesn't feel tired.Carleen says her "up" times are great and have never caused her any trouble.Carleen's most likely diagnosis is

1-78.A diagnosis of bipolar II disorder indicates that the person has experienced

1-23.Deena has major depressive disorder.Most days she feels very sad,but when her sister came and told Deena she was going to be an aunt,Deena felt happy for a little while.She has been gaining weight and sleeping much of the day.Deena most likely has