1.
Depression comes in three main types: major depression, bipolar disorder and dysthymia.
True
False
2.
Symptoms of depression don't always have to be feelings of sadness or emptiness. Insomnia, and its opposite, oversleeping, are symptoms of depression.
True
False
3.
Depression often runs in families, but it also can occur in people with no family history of the illness.
True
False
4.
Feeling insecure about a job puts a man at greater risk for depression.
True
False
5.
Certain medical conditions can mimic the symptoms of depression.
True
False
6.
Antidepressant medications must be carefully monitored because they are habit-forming.
True
False
7.
People who don't find relief from one type of antidepressant may need to try a different type.
True
False
8.
Dry mouth is a common side effect of antidepressants.
True
False
9.
Psychotherapy is another common treatment for depression.
True
False
10.
St. John's wort is an effective herbal treatment for depression.
True
False
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