Mood Disorders — Flashcards

Strongest risk factor predictive of suicide = _____

Is it normal for elderly patients to be unable to remember specific instances of forgetfulness? _____

What is the treatment of choice for chronic insomnia? _____

Low levels of _____ in the CSF have been shown to be associated with impulsiveness and aggression.

> 3 lifetime depressive episodes, suicide attempts, or episodes > 2 years is managed with _____ antidepressant treatment

Hint: timeline

What BMI is an indication for hospitalization of a patient with anorexia nervosa? _____

Child (< 18) with disregard for the basic rights of humans/animals is suggestive of _____

Hint: condition

_____ withdrawal produces post-intoxication depression ("crash")

Bulimia nervosa is defined as binge eating with recurrent inappropriate compensatory behaviors occurring once weekly for at least _____

Hint: duration

_____ or alcohol = life-threatening withdrawal

Hint: drug