Depression And Antithetic Disorders: A Case Study

“Recent data estimate the overall prevalence of depression at about 11.1% of the American population, or nearly 35 million individuals (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2011). A predictive models suggest that up to 50% of the population will experience at least one episode of depression during their lives” (Life Extension, 2014). Depression has negatively affected the lives of many individuals throughout the world. Look around you there may even be someone close to you that is demonstrating signs of its stifling affects. Depression does not discriminate with its suffocating

One of the most common psychiatric disorders is known as clinical depression and affects anywhere between 3% and 13% of the population with some form of depressive symptoms affecting as much as 20% of the adult population at some point in their lives (Amenson & Lewinson, 1981; Kessler et al., 1994; Oliver & Simmons, 1985, as cited in Antonuccio, Danton, & DeNelsky, p. 574). The concept of ‘harmful dysfunction’ advanced by Horwitz and Wakefield (2007) describes two key components of clinical depression: a dysfunctional mechanism and the dysfunction being harmful to the individual (as cited in, Parker & Paterson, p.405). This paper explores the following questions: what does research indicate about clinical depression and what are the implications for treatment? Reviews are presented in regards to the emergence of depression and psychotherapy versus medication to treat clinical depression. Considerations are briefly discussed and the research paper will conclude with an interpretation of the critical points.

Major depression is a commonly diagnosed psychological disorder affecting individuals’ ability to feel happiness and peace of mind. Those who suffer experience negative emotions, lack of motivation, changes in behaviour and dysfunctional cognitive symptoms. Depression is classified by the Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders Fifth Edition (DSM-5) as five of more of the listed symptoms present persistently over the same two weeks. One of these symptoms must be depressed mood or loss of interest in previously pleasurable activities. Depression causes disruption to typical daily life such as inability to maintain friendships and jobs. Other symptoms outlined by the DSM-5 include; insomnia, fatigue and recurrent thoughts of death. There is much debate over what exactly causes depression. Biological explanations question hereditary and neurotransmitter factors. While psychological theories include the cognitive ideas of Beck’s negative triad and hopelessness theory. This essay will focus on the ways in which psychological and biological explanations contrast and how their theories can overlap to better understand depression.

Thesis Statement: Depression is a serious mood disorder that affects our mental ability. So, it’s important to understand the causes and effects of this serious mental illness.

In Gary Greenberg's Manufacturing Depression: The Secret History of a Modern Disease, he takes an in depth look at the history behind depression, antidepressants, and how we have come to recognize and accept depression as a biochemical disease. When analyzing this book we can see that depression itself, whether it be a disease that is biochemically manifested or not, is deeply integrated into our society in a variety of ways as many aspects of society associated with depression have specific functions that are integral for society to function properly as a whole.

Depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the United States and is the leading cause of disability worldwide. The disorder can affect anyone at any time and any age however the onset is often due to a chemical imbalance or a stressful event in one’s life. For many people with depression, symptoms usually are severe enough to cause noticeable problems in day-to-day activities and relationships with others. Major depression is widespread, and the causes of are equally as numerous, and so are the variety of treatment plans.

Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology defines depression as “a low, sad state in which life seems dark and its challenges overwhelming” (Comer, 2014). For those who truly suffer from depression, their internal and external struggles delve deeper than a definition can provide. Depression not only affects the patient, but also the patient’s surroundings which include friends and family. The toll that depression takes on one’s life could potentially be everlasting, which is why further research on depression needs to be conducted in order to give patients and their families a more hopeful prognosis. The concept and awareness of depression seems to be ubiquitous, however there is a boundless amount of information researchers and psychologists

Depression is a disorder that occurs more often than people may realize. 15 million people in the United States alone suffer from this disorder that interferes with their concentration, decision making, and sociability. (Hubbard) According to, “Depression: Major Depression & Unipolar Varietes,” There are organizations that are researching and working with this disorder.

The word ‘Depression’ is defined as “feelings of severe despondency and dejection”, but it is much more than that. Depression is the feeling of losing interest in activities you once loved, such as sports or playing your favorite instrument. Depression is losing interest in spending time with those you care for and love. Depression is the cause of why one loses belief in oneself, often giving up on dreams that have been part of one’s life for years. Depression is having to battle with yourself every morning to find one reason as to why you should get out of bed and continue with your life. Depression has a way of affecting every aspect of one’s life from losing interest in simple things such as brushing one’s teeth to giving up on keeping critically

Depression is classified as a mood disorder by the DSM-IV (1994) and is defined as a mental illness characterized by sadness, general apathy, a loss of self-esteem, feelings of guilt, and, at times, suicidal tendencies (Lexicon, n.d). Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses that individuals receive treatment for today. In any six-month period, 9.4 million Americans, and 340 million people in the world, suffer from this disease. One in four women and one in 10 men will develop depression during their lifetime (An Overview of Depression, n.d). Although the DSM-IV has defined depression, its etiology, contributing factors, and interventions differ among the schools of thought in psychology. One such example is the different

Depression can mean several different things. It can mean "normal" depression, such as loss, conflict, trauma, or the disruption of normal life balance. It can be a symptom of a physical illness, or a side effect of medication. It can also be based on neurochemical abnormalities (Karren, Smith, & Gordon, 2014, p. 181-182). Depression as an illness is not a normal reaction, but it can occur even without a clear reason (Karren, Smith, & Gordon, 2014, p. 182). A person who is depressed feels that the present conditions and the future possibilities are intolerable (Karren, Smith, & Gordon, 2014, p. 182). The elusiveness of depression makes it difficult to define: it 's not just one single condition with a simple cause (Karren, Smith, &

Depression is one word that is associated with a lot of negativity and sadness. When one hears the word “depression,” instantly one thinks of a person who cannot function normally and is sad or upset about something in their life which eventually causes hindrance in their activities of daily living. This paper will address the causes of depression, available treatments, and will apply Paul and Elder’s elements of thought to critically analyze depression.

“Depression greatly affects a person's family and personal relationships, work or school life, sleeping and eating habits, and general health.”1

Depression is the most common of all psychological disorders, affecting 100 million people worldwide. The depression ranges from mild feelings of uneasiness, sadness, and apathy to intense suicidal despair. (Kasschau) If left untreated, it could lead the

intro Mind life is so essential and requires a special and repetitive care . The majority of our life problems can be related to our internal or psychological life . this internal life reflects our behavior and way of thinking , dealing with things and living . there are a lot of psychological problems that can be either inhibited or created later on in life and that affect our life performance and lead us to so many problems and require a instant treatment . one of those problems that I’m going to talk about is the depression . it can be defined as a mood disorder that causes a major feeling of sadness and is also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression and can lead to a variety of emotional and