Question

abnormal psychology in a changing world 10th edition

please share why in chapter 7 you foing mood disorders and suicide the most intresting.

Answer 1

Among individuals with mood disorders, suicidal acts usually occur during major depressive episodes or mixed episodes. Interestingly, however, illness factors can only in part explain suicidal behaviour. Illness factors, difficulty controlling impulsive and aggressive responses, plus predisposing early exposures and life situations result in a process of suicidal thinking, planning, and acts. Paradoxically, antidepressant medication may increase the risk for suicide. They might energize people who previously were too paralyzed by depression to act on their suicidal thoughts.