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What Do You Know About Depression?

Test your understanding of depression by taking this quiz.

1. Which of these is a symptom of depression?

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This loss of interest often causes problems with sleeping and eating. Brief periods of depressed mood are normal.

A. Sarcasm B. Unexplained anger C. Loss of interest in all things D. Fast mood swings

2. Depression can occur at what ages?

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Depression can occur as early as childhood. The most common ages for depression are from 30 to 50. But symptoms of the disease can occur at any age. They should be treated by a healthcare provider.

A. 20 to 30 B. 30 to 40 C. 40 to 50 D. All of the above

3. Which of these should you not do if you're depressed?

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Put them off until your depression lifts.

A. Be in a supportive relationship B. Exercise C. Make major decisions D. All of the above

4. Which of these are signs that your depression is severe enough to need professional help?

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Get help if you have any of these problems for more than 2 weeks.

A. Trouble focusing or remembering things B. Constant tiredness or low energy C. A feeling of the "blues" that doesn't go away D. All of the above

5. How should you respond to a person who has depression?

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Ask what is wrong if someone seems depressed. Be a good listener. It may help the person figure out what started the depression.

A. Be upbeat B. Listen C. Encourage the person to spend time alone D. Spend time with the person but don’t talk about depression

6. Which of these will do more harm than good when you are trying to help someone who has depression?

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Instead of trying to solve their problems, do active listening. Acknowledge what they are saying without judging. Encourage them to talk about things they enjoy. Let them know they are important to you.

A. Offering solutions B. Planning fun activities C. Overanalyzing the problem D. A and C

7. Proper nutrition may improve your state of mind. Which of these vitamins may help ease depressed moods?

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Vitamin B-12 and other B vitamins help the brain produce chemicals that affect mood. Low levels of vitamin B-12 and other B vitamins may be linked to depression, but more research is needed. Tell your healthcare provider about all supplements you are taking. Talk with your provider about the role of good nutrition and depression.

A. Vitamin C B. Vitamin B-12 C. Vitamin A D. Vitamin E

8. Depression and other mood disorders cost the U.S. how much money in lost work?

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Severe mental illness has a large impact on the U.S. It costs more than $193 billion a year in lost earnings.

A. Thousands of dollars B. Millions of dollars C. Billions of dollars D. Trillions of dollars

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Online Medical Reviewer: Novick, Tara, BSN, MSN
Online Medical Reviewer: Trevino, Heather, BSN, RNC

Date Last Reviewed: 11/1/2024

© 2000-2024 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions.

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