Unipolar Depression’s Etiology by Sociocultural, Psychodynamic and Behavioral
Dominick Tammara
Unipolar Depression’s Etiology by Sociocultural, Psychodynamic and Behavioral Theories
Unipolar depression is a psychological disorder which has seen a surge in the last 50 years. It has been discussed in numerous works of art, and has even become a public health issue because of its prevalence. Evidently, this psychological condition is complicated, and diminishes performance in many areas. Due to the fact that it has been reaching epidemic proportions, it has become a mayor health issue in many countries around the world, as it interferes with the capacity to work, maintain social bonds, and be productive in general. One of the main problems with this disorder is that its cause is not precisely known. Theories abound as to what the etiology of unipolar depression could be, and because most psychological schools are incommensurable, each one supports a different explanation. Sociocultural, psychodynamic and behavioral theories will be explored to discuss their proposals with respect to the cause of unipolar depression, including the similarities and differences between them. As the objective of this paper is to discuss different theories, the exact nature of the disorder will be described as generally as possible. Unipolar depression entails a prolonged collection of negative signs and symptoms, which may include lethargy, crying, irritability, negative — including suicidal — thoughts, emotional sensibility, loss of sexual appetite, numbness of the senses, lack of interest, diminishment in concentration and attention, and sensation of corporal heaviness. These markers must present themselves during a continued and long period of time, usually thought of from two to three weeks; momentary bouts of sadness do not count towards this diagnosis. Also, the condition must be considered abnormal. Different cultures perceive sadness differently, and it is important to consider this when making a diagnosis; also, periods of mourning and response to
Unipolar Depression’s Etiology by Sociocultural, Psychodynamic and Behavioral Theories
Unipolar depression is a psychological disorder which has seen a surge in the last 50 years. It has been discussed in numerous works of art, and has even become a public health issue because of its prevalence. Evidently, this psychological condition is complicated, and diminishes performance in many areas. Due to the fact that it has been reaching epidemic proportions, it has become a mayor health issue in many countries around the world, as it interferes with the capacity to work, maintain social bonds, and be productive in general. One of the main problems with this disorder is that its cause is not precisely known. Theories abound as to what the etiology of unipolar depression could be, and because most psychological schools are incommensurable, each one supports a different explanation. Sociocultural, psychodynamic and behavioral theories will be explored to discuss their proposals with respect to the cause of unipolar depression, including the similarities and differences between them. As the objective of this paper is to discuss different theories, the exact nature of the disorder will be described as generally as possible. Unipolar depression entails a prolonged collection of negative signs and symptoms, which may include lethargy, crying, irritability, negative — including suicidal — thoughts, emotional sensibility, loss of sexual appetite, numbness of the senses, lack of interest, diminishment in concentration and attention, and sensation of corporal heaviness. These markers must present themselves during a continued and long period of time, usually thought of from two to three weeks; momentary bouts of sadness do not count towards this diagnosis. Also, the condition must be considered abnormal. Different cultures perceive sadness differently, and it is important to consider this when making a diagnosis; also, periods of mourning and response to