- [Instructor] Hey, Psych2Goers,
we hope you're doing well and are finding time for self-care. Now, let's begin. Depression is the most commonly diagnosed mental health condition, but did you know that the term depression can refer to multiple different diagnosis? Depression comes in many different forms and affects each person in different ways leading to multiple classifications. With that, let's look at a few of the most common types of depression. Number one, major depressive
disorder, clinical depression. According to APA, major
depressive disorder, otherwise known as clinical depression, is a depressive disorder characterized by persistent low moods, loss of interest in your
favorite activities, and a lack of motivation
to carry out basic tasks. MDD is the most common form of depression. So when someone says that
they've been diagnosed with depression, they're likely
referring to this condition. Some of the most common symptoms include, feeling low energy all day even if you've had a
proper amount of sleep, feeling like a burden on others
or having a low self-worth, difficulty concentrating
and making decisions, sleeping too much or too little, loss of interest or
pleasure in activities, especially ones that you normally enjoy, recurring thoughts of death or suicide, and significant weight loss or gain. Symptoms of MDD must be
present for at least two weeks in order to be diagnosed. Number two, persistent
depressive disorder or dysthymia. Persistent depressive disorder, PDD, is a depressive disorder similar to MDD except that it is long lasting. The symptoms of PDD are similar to those of major depression, but often
fewer and not as intense. They include the following. Low mood most of the day
and almost every day, loss of enjoyment in
once pleasurable things, a major change in weight or appetite, insomnia or excessive
sleep almost every day, being physically restless or run down in a way that
is noticeable to others, fatigue or loss of
energy almost every day, problems with concentration or making decisions almost every day. These symptoms must occur for at least two years to be diagnosed. Number three, bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is a
group of mood disorders in which symptoms of mania
and depression alternate. The DSM-V has four
different classifications for the conditions. Bipolar I disorder is where
the individual fluctuates between episodes of mania
and major depressive episodes or experiences a mix of these. Bipolar II disorder is when
the individual fluctuates between major depressive and less intense manic
episodes known as hypomania. Cyclothymic disorder is recognized by periods of milder depressive
episodes and hypomania. And lastly, other forms that do not fall under the categories
of the previous types. The dramatic periods of high and low moods in bipolar disorder
are often unpredictable and can sometimes occur at the
same time in mixed episodes. These episodes may occur over
weeks, months, or even years. Symptoms of mania or the highs. Excessive happiness,
hopefulness and excitement, restlessness, rapid speech
and poor concentration, making grand and unrealistic
plans, becoming more impulsive, less need for sleep,
and a lack of appetite. During depressive periods or the lows, a person with bipolar disorder
may have depressed moods, lack of energy, not enjoying
things they once liked, trouble concentrating,
inability to feel pleasure, trouble making decisions,
needing more sleep or an inability to sleep, appetite changes that make you lose or gain weight, and thoughts of death or suicide. Number four, seasonal
affective disorder or SAD. Commonly known as the winter blues, seasonal affective disorder is a disorder in which there is a predictable occurrence of major depressive
episodes, manic episodes, or both at particular times of the year. The typical pattern is the occurrence of major depressive episodes during the fall or winter months, but in some cases can
occur in spring and summer. People with SAD typically sleep much more than usual
and crave carbohydrates. They also have many of
the normal warning signs of depression, including
feeling sad, cranky or hopeless, less energy, trouble
concentrating, greater appetite, increased isolation,
and thoughts of suicide. Number five, postpartum depression, sometimes referred to as baby blues. Postpartum depression
is a depressive episode that affects some women within four weeks to six months after childbirth. According to Mayo Clinic,
postpartum depression signs and symptoms may include depressed mood or severe mood swings, difficulty
bonding with your baby, withdrawing from family and friends, loss of appetite or eating
much more than usual, inability to sleep or
insomnia, or sleeping too much, fear that you're not a good mother, feelings of worthlessness,
shame, guilt or inadequacy, severe anxiety and panic attacks, thoughts of harming yourself or your baby and recurring thoughts
of death or suicide. Number six, premenstrual
dysphoric disorder or PMDD. Premenstrual dysphoric
disorder is an unusual disorder in women that begins the week
before menstruation begins and subsides within the first
few days of menstruation. The symptoms must be severe
enough to impair functioning in social activities,
work, and relationships. Symptoms of PMDD include
lasting irritability or anger that may affect other people, feelings of sadness or despair
or even thoughts of suicide, mood swings, or crying often, lack of interest in daily
activities and relationships, feeling out of control,
and physical symptoms such as cramps, bloating,
breast tenderness, headaches, and joint or muscle pain. Number seven, atypical depression. Atypical depression is a
major depressive episode characterized by features that are unusual in other forms of depression. Most commonly, your depressed
moods improve significantly when you hear good news. A person with atypical depression may experience sadness or
depressed mood most of the day, but improves when
something positive happens, loss of enjoyment in
once pleasurable things, a major change in weight or appetite, insomnia or excessive
sleep almost every day, feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness or excessive guilt,
problems with concentrating or making decisions almost every day. And number eight, psychotic depression. Psychotic depression is a
subtype of major depression that occurs when a
severe depressive illness includes a form of psychosis. The psychosis can take forms
such as hallucinations, seeing, or hearing things
that aren't there, delusions, having false beliefs, or some
other break with reality. Common symptoms for patients
who have psychotic depression include agitation, anxiety, hypochondria, intellectual impairment,
physical immobility, delusions, or hallucinations. Did you find this video insightful? Let us know in the comments below. Now that you know some of the
different types of depression, it's important to know
that depression in any form can be extremely hard to handle. If you are struggling, please reach out to a qualified
mental health professional. Getting in touch with the
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