ab psy exam 2-chapter7

low, sad state in which life seems dark and its challenges overwhelming

opposite of depression, state of breathless euphoria, frenzied energy. the world is theirs for the taking

they only suffer from depression

unipolar depression

alternate between periods of mania and depression

are usually less active and less productive. spend more time alone and stay in bed more often.

they hold extremely negative views about themselves, and blame themselves unnecessarily. they are often pessimistic and they feel they aren't intelligent.

headaches, indigestions, dizzy spells, constipation, general pain, etc. lack of sleep! they eat too little or too much and are often tired.

changes with the seasons

immobility or excessive activity

occurs during pregnancy or 4 weeks after birth

almost unaffected by pleasurable events

follows a stressful event: reaction

a response to internal factors

oral- the person sees them self in the person they mourn and in turn mourn themself

introjection- they direct all their feelings towards the loved one, towards themselves