Question 1

what is the definition or description of: persistent depressed mood?

Accepted Answer

Typically this: refers to more than two weeks and is not solely based upon an external event.   Grief from loss of a loved one would not qualify in this case, even though the depressed mood was protracted.   Usually this description is reserved for chronic depression and should be treated by a mental health pro.

Question 2

how can i tell if i have reactive attachment disorder? i have symptoms of persistent depressed mood.

Accepted Answer

Assessment : If you have persistent depressed mood you should get a full workup including physical and mental. Reactive attachment disorder is very rare but very serious, the good news is that there is treatment for it. I'm sorry you've been feeling so depressed for so long, but there is help for you. This is a great place to start, but you need and deserve individualized attention. Best wishes to you.

Question 3

how can i know if my moods are normal or depression?

Accepted Answer

Degree, not kind: People can be sad about events or losses in their lives, and normally go through periods of discomfort or unrest.  They can grieve when someone dies, for instance.  But if their temporary sadness deepens & extends, and there's complete loss of interest or pleasure plus changes in sleep, energy, & appetite, their condition may be depression. Especially with suicidal thoughts, get help now.

Question 4

why am i always in a bad or depressed mood this year?

Accepted Answer

Many Possibilities: There are lots of possible reasons, depending on your history, circumstances, and other factors. The important thing is that you realize that you are having difficulty. Now you need to seek out help and support. You will want to consider an appointment with your regular physician for a physical exam. Also, seek out opinions on a good therapist or counselor in your area. Be sure to get help.

Question 5

what are mood disorders besides mania and depression?

Accepted Answer

Variety: Not a complete, but a brief description. Manic and depressive episodes referred to an episodes within the mood disorder.Roughly, bipolar is when person alternates between mania/hyponia and depression; for depression, you have to have a depressive episodes. Psychosis can accompany either mood disorder; there are also mood disorder when sx are not completely met for either depression or bipolar.

Question 6

can listening to music really improve depression and mood?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: Music therapy may aid in relaxation and decreased anxiety. It may also help a person with anxiety and trouble with sleep onset be able to get proper rest. Proper rest and decrease in anxiety symptoms will aid depression. Also, with depression treatment, you should make time for yourself to do enjoyable activities, such as music, if you like it.

Question 7

how does one deal the moods you get with seasonal depression?

Accepted Answer

Seasonal: Activity and light therapy help.

Question 8

is there a difference between depression and depressive mood disorders?

Accepted Answer

Symptom vs illness: Depression is one symptom of a variety of depressive mood disorders. These can include: major depression, dysthymia, adjustment disorder with depression.  Also depression can be a symptom of other disorders that are not labeled depressive such as ptsd and bipolar.

Question 9

why are my wife's moods swinging all over the place? post partum depression?

Accepted Answer

It might: If you and your wife recently had a baby than depending on the time passed, it could be either baby blues or post-partum depression. Encourage your wife to get evaluated (you can get a referral from her obgyn or  child's pediatrician), be supportive, share chores to decrease feelings of being overwhelmed. Eval and treatment are necessary for the well-being of your family, your wife and your baby.

Question 10

how  long after restarting lexapro will i see improvement again in mood and anxiety/depression?

Accepted Answer

Lexapro:  That may depend partially on if you are placed on a starter dose or a full dose to begin with. It often takes 4 to 6 weeks to get the full impact for your dose of  Lexapro. The Lexapro dose may need to be titrated upward.

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