Depression Test 1 l Depression Quiz

1. Depression is considered a mood disorder because:

a. it affects ones feelings not thoughts

b. it is experienced as a mood that is lower than normal

c. bad moods cause depression

d. moods progressively improve when depressed

e. all of the above

2. The symptoms of depression interfere with one’s ability to:

a. sleep

b. eat

c. socialize

d. work

e. all of the above

3. The three main types of clinical depression are major depression and:

a. postpartum depression

b. dysthymia

c. bipolar disorder

d. B and C

e. A and B

4. Biological factors that can contribute to depression include:

a. disease or illness

b. hormones

c. medications and drugs

d. B and C

e. all of the above

5. What is the estimated percentage of people that seek help for

depression?

a. Less than 10%

b. 30%

c. 50%

d. 75%

e. 90%

6. Professional assistance is necessary when:

a. thinking about death or suicide

b. symptoms last for 2 weeks or more

c. depressive symptoms have become severe

d. A and C

e. all of the above

7. According to research, the most effective treatment for major

depressive disorder is:

a. psychotherapy and medication

b. medication and exercise program

c. psychotherapy

d. medication

e. self-help

8. Adequate treatment for depression can help to:

a. change unhelpful thinking

b. alleviate symptoms

c. restore hope for life

d. improve self-esteem

e. all of the above

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