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Abnormal Psychology: Mood Disorders and Suicide Group 2 Table of Contents

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What is an individual experiencing when they have mixed features according to the text?

Depressed with a few symptoms of mania (correct)

Manic symptoms only

Purely anxious symptoms

Euphoric feelings

In DSM-5, what does the term 'mixed features' require specifying?

The individual's family medical history

Whether a predominantly manic or predominantly depressive episode is present (correct)

The specific age group of the individual

Whether the individual is bipolar or unipolar

Why do individuals who suffer from manic episodes alone still meet criteria for bipolar mood disorder?

They have a family history of mood disorders

Their age falls within a specific range

They will never experience depressive episodes

Because most of these individuals can be expected to become depressed at a later time (correct)

What is the main difference between manic and hypomanic episodes?

Duration of the episode Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the higher frequency of manic episodes compared to depressive episodes in adolescents?

Manic Dominance Disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining feature of a major depressive episode?

Altered sleeping patterns Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a state of extremely depressed mood that lasts at least 2 weeks?

Major Depressive Episode Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes hypomania from mania?

Hypomania is less severe than mania Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom characterizes a major depressive episode?

Significant changes in appetite and weight Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the experience of mania?

Extremely elevated mood with hyperactivity Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a mood disorder that involves only depressive episodes?

Major Depressive Disorder Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is not characteristic of an episode of mania?

Excessive sleepiness Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of anhedonia as discussed in the text?

Inability to engage in pleasurable activities Signup and view all the answers

What duration is associated with a major depressive episode if left untreated?

4 to 9 months Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is more characteristic of severe episodes of depression than reports of sadness or distress?

Inability to engage in pleasurable activities Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of individuals experiencing mania?

Grandiose plans Signup and view all the answers

Which is not a feature of individuals experiencing anhedonia?

Extreme fatigue Signup and view all the answers