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Which genetic polymorphism is associated with higher sensitivity to stress?
Which genetic polymorphism is associated with higher sensitivity to stress?
According to the given text, what protein promotes the development of neurons and protects them from damage?
According to the given text, what protein promotes the development of neurons and protects them from damage?
What type of feeling helps 'prepare' us for potential danger?
What type of feeling helps 'prepare' us for potential danger?
What substance signals DNA to produce BDNF?
What substance signals DNA to produce BDNF?
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What reduces the levels of BDNF in the brain?
What reduces the levels of BDNF in the brain?
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What type of symptoms lead to the diagnosis of anxiety disorders?
What type of symptoms lead to the diagnosis of anxiety disorders?
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Which neurotransmitter is associated with theories of depression?
Which neurotransmitter is associated with theories of depression?
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What is the protein that stimulates synaptic plasticity of 5-HT axons?
What is the protein that stimulates synaptic plasticity of 5-HT axons?
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'Unipolar or major depression' does not include which term mentioned in the video?
'Unipolar or major depression' does not include which term mentioned in the video?
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'DSM V' has different classifications for which disorders?
'DSM V' has different classifications for which disorders?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of depression according to the DSM criteria?
Which of the following is a characteristic of depression according to the DSM criteria?
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What is the lifetime prevalence of depression, as mentioned in the lecture?
What is the lifetime prevalence of depression, as mentioned in the lecture?
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Which type of depression is characterized by milder symptoms that have been present for a long time?
Which type of depression is characterized by milder symptoms that have been present for a long time?
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According to Ota and Duman (2013) and Wilner et al (2013), what is well known to contribute to depression?
According to Ota and Duman (2013) and Wilner et al (2013), what is well known to contribute to depression?
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Which category of drugs is used to treat depression and/or anxiety, as mentioned in the lecture?
Which category of drugs is used to treat depression and/or anxiety, as mentioned in the lecture?
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What is schizophrenia characterized by?
What is schizophrenia characterized by?
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Depression is more common in men than in women.
Depression is more common in men than in women.
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Chronic stress is not known to contribute to depression.
Chronic stress is not known to contribute to depression.
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Major Depressive Disorder is characterized by milder symptoms that have been present for a long time.
Major Depressive Disorder is characterized by milder symptoms that have been present for a long time.
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Schizophrenia is primarily treated with SSRIs.
Schizophrenia is primarily treated with SSRIs.
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Anhedonia refers to an increased interest in pleasurable activities.
Anhedonia refers to an increased interest in pleasurable activities.
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The lifetime prevalence of depression is approximately 6-7%.
The lifetime prevalence of depression is approximately 6-7%.
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Chronic stress increases levels of BDNF in the brain
Chronic stress increases levels of BDNF in the brain
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The 5-HTPLLR polymorphism is linked to lower sensitivity to stress
The 5-HTPLLR polymorphism is linked to lower sensitivity to stress
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Antidepressants raise circulating levels of monoamines, supporting the theory that depression is due to low levels of monoamine neurotransmitters
Antidepressants raise circulating levels of monoamines, supporting the theory that depression is due to low levels of monoamine neurotransmitters
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BDNF levels are higher in acute episodes of depression
BDNF levels are higher in acute episodes of depression
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BDNF levels measured by blood sample could predict response to antidepressant drugs
BDNF levels measured by blood sample could predict response to antidepressant drugs
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Anxiety can only be expressed emotionally and behaviorally, not physiologically
Anxiety can only be expressed emotionally and behaviorally, not physiologically
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Anxiety disorders are only diagnosed when the symptoms seriously impact social function, not occupational function
Anxiety disorders are only diagnosed when the symptoms seriously impact social function, not occupational function
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DSM V has only one classification of anxiety disorder
DSM V has only one classification of anxiety disorder
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Generalized anxiety disorder is the only type of anxiety disorder mentioned in the text
Generalized anxiety disorder is the only type of anxiety disorder mentioned in the text
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Schizophrenia is a type of anxiety disorder mentioned in the text
Schizophrenia is a type of anxiety disorder mentioned in the text
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Study Notes
Genetic Polymorphism and Stress
- The 5-HTTLPR polymorphism is associated with higher sensitivity to stress.
Neuron Development and Protection
- The protein BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor) promotes the development of neurons and protects them from damage.
Anxiety and Warning Signals
- Anxiety helps prepare us for potential danger by sending warning signals.
BDNF Production and Regulation
- Corticosterone signals DNA to produce BDNF.
- Chronic stress reduces the levels of BDNF in the brain.
Anxiety Disorders and Diagnosis
- Anxiety disorders are diagnosed when symptoms lead to significant distress or impairment in social or occupational functioning.
- DSM V has different classifications for anxiety disorders.
Depression and Neurotransmitters
- The neurotransmitter serotonin (5-HT) is associated with theories of depression.
- The protein BDNF stimulates synaptic plasticity of 5-HT axons.
Depression Characteristics and Classification
- 'Unipolar or major depression' does not include 'bipolar'.
- Major Depressive Disorder is characterized by at least two weeks of low mood or anhedonia (loss of interest in pleasurable activities).
- The lifetime prevalence of depression is approximately 15%.
- Dysthymia is characterized by milder symptoms that have been present for a long time.
Depression Risk Factors and Treatment
- Chronic stress is a well-known contributor to depression.
- Antidepressants raise circulating levels of monoamines, supporting the theory that depression is due to low levels of monoamine neurotransmitters.
- SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) are a category of drugs used to treat depression and/or anxiety.
Schizophrenia Characteristics
- Schizophrenia is primarily characterized by positive symptoms (e.g., hallucinations, delusions) and negative symptoms (e.g., apathy, social withdrawal), and is not primarily treated with SSRIs.
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Test your knowledge on the pharmacotherapy for mental health, focusing on the drugs used to treat depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. Learn about SSRIs, tricyclics, MAOIs, benzodiazepines, 'Z-drugs', and the three 'generations' of drugs used to treat schizophrenia.
