Conditions That Can Cause Depression-Mnemonic
SANDICT mnemonic can help memorize and recall the conditions that can directly induce depression.
SANDICT
- SLE
- Addison's disease
- Neurological conditions eg. stroke.
- Diabetes
- Infections for example influenza virus infection.
- Carcinoma, especially involving the brain directly or through metastasis. Breast carcinoma is an example.
- Thyroid disorders especially hypothyroidism.
Please see the Shorter Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry for more details.
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