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Week 6: Major Depressive Disorder Song Lyrics

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Week 6: Major Depressive Disorder Song Lyrics

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Benson Boone (2022) released the song In the Stars. It talks about the pain that is there when you lose a loved one. The DSM-V criteria for Major Depressive Disorder include nine symptoms that a person must have at least five of. These symptoms include depressed mood, diminished interests, weight loss, insomnia/hypersomnia, psychomotor agitation, fatigue, feelings of worthlessness/guilt, inability to concentrate, and recurring thoughts about death (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). The song In the Stars talks about having a depressed mood via feelings of hurt and loneliness. In the song, Boone (2022) says that he does not attend church anymore now that the person has passed away. This shows a diminished interest in normal activities. He also refers to sleeping in on Sundays which could be an indication of fatigue or a loss of energy (Boone, 2022). These DSM-V criteria are met, however, the other six criteria have not been met. The unmet DSM-V criteria include weight loss, insomnia/hypersomnia, psychomotor agitation, feelings of worthlessness/guilt, inability to concentrate, and recurring thoughts about death (American Psychiatric Association, 2013).
This song does not portray Major Depressive Disorder in an accurate fashion. Not enough of the criteria are met to consider Major Depressive Disorder. This song, more so, portrays the intense grief that an individual can experience after experiencing the loss of a loved one. Boone (2022) captivates the intense feeling of sadness, hopelessness, and distress that comes with losing a loved one. Grief is not a short process and it should never be rushed. The song shows how a person that has experienced a major loss can struggle with many things like their faith, going about their normal routine, and simply living from day to day. Moving past a loss of this nature can be very difficult and at times feel impossible. The song talks about Boone's heart being in pieces (Boone, 2022). A stereotype that could be construed from this song is that people with Major Depressive Disorder are broken and unable to be fixed. Those with Major Depressive Disorder are not broken, they are suffering from a psychological condition and need help.

References:
Boone, B. (2022). Benson Boone - In the Stars (Official Lyric Video). [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n5GKLdrTfk

American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.books.9780890425596

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Benson Boone -  In the Stars (Official Lyric Video)

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Week 8: Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Meme

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Week 8: Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Meme

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This Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) meme pictured above references how a soldier can go to sleep in their home and wake up feeling like they were in the war still (PTSD memes, n.d.). There are four main criteria that must be met for a PTSD diagnosis in the DSM-V (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). The person must meet one or more of the intrusion symptoms, one or both of the persistent avoidance symptoms, two or more of the negative alterations in mood/cognitions, and two or more symptoms associated with arousal and reactivity (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). The man depicted in the meme would meet the intrusion symptom criteria. One aspect of criterion B, intrusion symptoms that were met, is that they could have distressing dreams that are related to the traumatic event. The symptom of sleep disturbance associated with alterations in arousal and reactivity could also be present because of the dreams of the war (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). There is not enough information to determine whether the man meets other criteria for PTSD. There is not enough information to select the time frame either. The meme does not entirely accurately portray Post-traumatic Stress Disorder. It addresses one possible symptom that PTSD can manifest (PTSD memes, n.d.). Distressing dreams are only one of many symptoms that could show in a person with PTSD (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). The meme did a good job portraying the intrusion symptom of distressing dreams in the soldier. Additionally, a stereotype that emerges in this meme is that PTSD is only prevalent in soldiers and veterans (PTSD memes, n.d.). PTSD can affect anyone, some people are more susceptible to it. Women are more prone to develop PTSD than men (American Psychiatric Association, 2013).

References:
American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.books.9780890425596

PTSD memes. quickmeme. (n.d.). Retrieved February 28, 2023, from http://www.quickmeme.com/Ptsd/page/4

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Week 12: Bulimia Nervosa TV Show Episode

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Week 12: Bulimia Nervosa TV Show Episode

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Pretty Little Liars is a TV show that follows a group of four friends after the disappearance of their friend Allison. Over the course of the show, the four girls are tormented by a stalker that is blackmailing them. In season one episode 13, Hanna is faced with the dilemma of eating six cupcakes so that she could get something that her stalker had. She has flashbacks of the time when she first began to struggle with her eating disorder (IMDb, 2011). In this example, Hannah exhibits general symptoms of bulimia nervosa. Hanna met the DSM criteria of feeling out of control when eating. She experienced compensatory behaviors of self-induced vomiting. Also, her self-image was influenced by her weight (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). The timelines were not shown in the show. Therefore, I cannot talk about the DSM criteria that involve a specific timeline. This episode of Pretty Little Liars did a reasonably good job portraying this mental illness. I think that Hanna's emotions regarding her binges were well illustrated in the episode. A stereotype that emerges in this episode is that there is weight gain because of these binges. The reality is people with bulimia nervosa often do not show a significant change in weight. They ‘balance’ the binges with episodes of compensatory behavior.

References:

American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.).

IMDb. (2011, January 17). "Pretty little liars" know your frenemies. IMDb. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1682614/

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Episode aired Jan 17, 2011

TV-14

1h

As Noel steps up his pursuit of Ezra, him and Aria start to feel like there may be no way out; Pam's perceived tolerance of Maya comes to a screeching halt; Spencer must handle the return of... As Noel steps up his pursuit of Ezra, him and Aria start to feel like there may be no way out; Pam's perceived tolerance of Maya comes to a screeching halt; Spencer must handle the return of happy newlyweds Melissa and Ian; "A" has Hanna jumping through old habit hoops with regar... Read all Read all As Noel steps up his pursuit of Ezra, him and Aria start to feel like there may be no way out; Pam's perceived tolerance of Maya comes to a screeching halt; Spencer must handle the return of happy newlyweds Melissa and Ian; "A" has Hanna jumping through old habit hoops with regard to the stolen money.

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"Pretty Little Liars" Know Your Frenemies (TV Episode 2011) - IMDb

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Know Your Frenemies: Directed by Ron Lagomarsino. With Troian Bellisario, Ashley Benson, Holly Marie Combs, Lucy Hale. As Noel steps up his pursuit of Ezra, him and Aria start to feel like there may be no way out; Pam's perceived tolerance of Maya comes to a screeching halt; Spencer must handle the return of happy newlyweds Melissa and Ian; "A" has Hanna jumping through old habit hoops with regard to the stolen money.

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The picture above illustrates opioid substance use disorder. The prescription bottle is spilled out and the pills on the table resemble gravestones. The bottle reads "local opioid addicts, take 1 daily" (Bono, 2019). The picture hardly portrays any of the DSM-5 criteria. However, the first criterion regarding the quantity of the substance states, the amount of the drug or the time spent using is more than what the person intends (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). The bottle says to take one daily, but addicts do not take the recommended amount because that does not fulfill their desired high (Bono, 2019). This picture does not accurately portray Substance-Use Disorder when looking at just the DSM-5 criteria. However, the picture portrays the societal view of opioid substance-use disorder. Opioids can be deadly when used in excess, therefore the picture’s use of gravestones is a powerful image. A stereotype that emerges is that Substance-Use disorder will result in death. This disorder can lead to death in some cases, but it is not the only destination. People with Substance-Use Disorder can overcome the disorder with treatment and support.

References:
American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.).

Bono, M. (2019, July 15). Valley Voice: We're fighting the opioid epidemic - in the Coachella Valley and elsewhere. The Desert Sun. https://www.desertsun.com/story/opinion/contributors/valley-voice/2019/07/15/fighting-opioid-epidemic-desert-and-elsewhere-mapda-mary-bono-valley-voice/1737312001/

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Week 15: Generalized Anxiety Disorder Poem

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Week 15: Generalized Anxiety Disorder Poem

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This poem speaks to the constant fear of the world when a person has anxiety. The author is describing what a person with generalized anxiety disorder thinks and feels every day. These fears can include fears of the future, the past, and the steps to come (sk8ermichelle, 2018). The DSM-5 criteria includes excessive anxiety over general life situations. Another criteria that is met is the difficulty with controlling their feelings of worry (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). The poem does not portray any of the physical aspects of the disorder like muscle tension and restlessness (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). The poem accurately portrayed the disorder for the most part. The poem describes the feelings of being afraid of many different things. People with generalized anxiety disorder have a constant worry that is across all aspects of life. It is inaccurate in the way that it focused mostly on fear instead of anxiety and worry. A stereotype that emerged in this poem is the idea that people with generalized anxiety disorder are constantly crippled by fear. People with this disorder actually find ways to live with the disorder and function normally.

References:
American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.).

sk8ermichelle. (2018, December 31). Just me and my anxiety. Power Poetry. Retrieved April 18, 2023, from https://powerpoetry.org/poems/just-me-and-my-anxiety

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Do you know what it is like to be afraid of everything?

Terrified of what has been,

terrified of what's to come.

I'm afraid of my own passing shadow,

when I turn and when I walk.

I'm afraid of myself.

I'm afraid that I will never be good enough,

that my failures will outweigh my successes.

I'm afraid to show the world who I really am.

I'm afraid that everything is going wrong rather than going right,

and that when everything is said and done,

it will all amass to nothing.

I'm afraid of my mind because I have no control over my fears.

I'm afraid of my mind because I know that the fear is irrational.

I'm afraid of myself because I can see my potential,

and I have to face myself every day,

and tell myself that everything will be okay.

To be honest, maybe I am not afraid.

At least not anymore.

I've had to pick myself up too many times

from a cold, lonely, hard floor.

But every day with my anxiety I have to fight,

and every day I find a way to survive.

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Do you know what it is like to be afraid of everything?Terrified of what has been,terrified of what's to come.I'm afraid of my own passing shadow,when I turn and when I walk.I'm afraid of myself.I'm afraid that I will never be good enough,that my failures will outweigh my successes.I'm afraid to show the world who I really am.I'm afraid that everything is going wrong rather