Day 3 “Mood Disorders” No Kick-off today… 1.Mood and Mood Disorders 2.Depression 3.Suicide 4.Bipolar Disorder 5.Seasonal-Affective Disorder 6.*START TEMPLE GRANDIN MOVIE ON AUTISM.

What is your Mood? Mood: – Is a temporary state of mind or feeling Ex: Happy, Sad, Scared, Etc.

Mood and Everyday life How does your mood effect the things you do during the day? What are some things that effect your mood? – List two things that have a positive effect and two things that have a negative effect.

How to Balance Your Mood Get Enough Rest Exercise the Blues Away Try a Balanced Eating Plan Get Plenty of Healthy Fat Avoid Stimulants and Other Chemicals Bask in the Sunshine

Mood Disorders An illness that involves mood extremes that interfere with everyday living. Depression and Suicide Bipolar disorder Seasonal-Affective Disorder

Depression A prolonged feeling of helplessness, hopelessness, and sadness. This disorder can have an effect on an individuals mood, self-esteem, and their ability to find enjoyment in normally enjoyable activates. (Black Dog… 4 minutes)

Three Types of Depression Major depressive disorder characterized by a combination of symptoms that interfere with a person's ability to work, sleep, study, eat, and enjoy once-pleasurable activities. Major depression is disabling and prevents a person from functioning normally Dysthymic disorder characterized by long-term (2 years or longer) symptoms that may not be severe enough to disable a person but can prevent normal functioning or feeling well Minor depression characterized by having symptoms for 2 weeks or longer that do not meet full criteria for major depression

Depression Statistics Depression affects 121 million people worldwide At its most severe depression can lead to suicide and is responsible for 850,000 deaths every year. 80% of people are not being treated who have depression. Depression can occur is all people regardless of age, race, gender, and socioeconomic status. Y (Teens with depression…13 minutes) Y

Depression Warning Signs Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" feelings Feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, or helplessness Increased agitation and restlessness Fatigue and decreased energy Loss of interest in activities or hobbies that were once pleasurable Poor appetite or overeating Expressing thoughts of dying or suicide

Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among those 5-14 years old It is the third leading cause of death among those years old Over 60 percent of all people who die by suicide suffer from major depression More Americans suffer from depression than coronary heart disease (17 million), cancer (12 million) and HIV/AIDS (1 million) combined Depression and Suicide

Suicide Warning Signs Talking about wanting to die or to kill themselves. Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live. Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain. Talking about being a burden to others. Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs. Withdrawing or isolating themselves. Displaying extreme mood swings.

Factors in Teen Suicide A recent or serious loss. A psychiatric disorder, particularly a mood disorder like depression, or a trauma- and stress-related disorder. Prior suicide attempts Alcohol and other substance use disorders A family history of suicide Lack of social support.. Bullying Stigma associated with asking for help. One of the things we know is that (Luke’s story 5 minutes)

What to do? Acknowledge their feelings Listen to their story Be there for them when they need you Help them get help Tell an adult or guidance counselor * Depression and Suicide are serious issues. Telling someone to snap out of it or too toughen up will not work.

Who to Contact School Guidance Counselors Prince William County Family Counseling Teen Mental Health Website – –

Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder is a condition in which people go back and forth between periods of a very good or irritable mood and depression. The "mood swings" between mania and depression can be very quick.

Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder affects approximately 5.7 million American adults, or about 2.6 percent of the U.S. population age 18 and older in a given year The average onset of symptoms is 25, but they can show up sooner than that. D7zA (Demi Lovato 7 minutes) D7zA

Manic Episodes These episodes take the form of euphoria. People with mania may experience a decreased need for sleep, speak excessively in addition to speaking rapidly, and may have impaired judgment. Manic individuals often have issues with substance abuse due to a combination of thrill-seeking and poor judgment

Depressive Episodes Signs and symptoms of the depressive phase of bipolar disorder include persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, guilt, anger, and isolation. Many of these symptoms will follow the same pattern and someone suffering from depression.

Seasonal-Affective Disorder Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is episodes of depression that occur at a certain time of the year, usually during winter Mhttps:// M (3 minutes)