Pop Quiz: Depression
Understanding Depression: A Pop Quiz
Test your knowledge about depression with our comprehensive quiz designed for anyone interested in mental health. This quiz covers key aspects of depression, its treatment options, and associated disorders specifically in children and adolescents.
- 10 engaging questions
- Multiple choice and open-ended formats
- Learn about treatment methods and disorders
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a severe condition in which a child experiences episodes of depression. Most teens have symptoms that last for at least two weeks.
True
False
What is the current diagnosis for formerly known dysthymia or dysthymic disorder, a chronic but milder mood disorder than MDD?
Added to the DSM-5, for children up to 18 years of age, what is the disorder characterized by extreme anger and irritability and frequent, intense temper outbursts?
What two types of medications are often used to treat Bipolar Disorder?
Antidepressant and Mood Stablizers
Mood Stabilizer and Non-Stimulant
Benzodiazepines and Antidepressant
Antipsychotic and Antidepressant
Benzodiazepines and Mood Stabilizer
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is considered the "gold standard" therapy for treating children and adolescents with depression.
True
False
CBT is a form of DBT that was adapted for people who have trouble managing very painful emotions, and may engage in risky behavior, self-harm like cutting, and suicidal thoughts or attempts.
True
False
Fluoxetine (Prozac) and escitalopram (Lexapro) are the only two medications approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat major depressive disorder in children and adolescents.
True
False
What type of therapy centers on resolving interpersonal problems and symptomatic recovery that follows a highly structured and time-limited approach and is intended to be completed within 12–16 weeks. (Full Name Required)
While its efficacy is still being measured in adolescents, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is another treatment that has been shown to work for young adults and adults with depression.
True
False
The Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning that children and adolescents taking some antidepressant medications may experience an increased risk of suicidal thoughts.
True
False
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