Part A. Identify ONE psychological disorder. Explain how EITHER the biological or the psychological perspective explains the cause of the disorder. Part B For the disorder you have selected in Part A. analyse the main similarities and differences between the biological and psychological perspectives of abnormality. Your answer should include an analysis of the different explanations for the cause of the disorder and the therapies recommended to treat the disorder

Part A.

Identify ONE psychological disorder. Explain how EITHER the biological or the psychological perspective explains the cause of the disorder.

• Major Depressive Disorder- MDD is a mood disorder that interferes with daily life. In psychological perspective, childhood experiences and life events such as physical or sexual abuse, the death or loss of a loved one, a tough relationship, or financial difficulties, other mental health problems and physical health problems are all can cause MDD. In biological perspective, changes in the body's hormone balance may have a role in the development or onset of depression. Hormone shifts can occur during pregnancy and in the weeks and months following birth (postpartum), as well as as a result of thyroid disorders, menopause, and a variety of other diseases. Genetic inheritance from a  family members that have struggled with depression, bipolar disorder, alcoholism, or suicide. Additionally, medication and recreational drug can also cause an MDD.

Part B.

For the disorder you have selected in Part A, analyse the main similarities and differences between the biological and psychological perspective of abnormality. Your answer should include an analysis of the different explanation for the cause of the disorder and the therapies recommended to treat the disorder.

• In general, depression can be caused by a variety of variables, including modest to severe pressures, as well as vulnerability or propensity to depression caused by biological, genetic, or psychological factors. The only thing that resembles similarity between the biological and psychological for MDD is that either one can be a trigger for the disorder, in terms of differences, it's dependent on whether it's the individual has a genetic-predisposition to the disorder or if the individual is exposed to extreme amounts of negative stimulus that causes psychological trauma. There is no single cause or trigger for depression; rather, it is the result of a mix of stress and a person's susceptibility to sadness. MDD is a condition that can be passed on from generation to generation. Physical sickness, the aging process, and gender can all be biological reasons of depression. 
• MDD can be treated either medications or psychotherapy. For medications, Psychiatrist will prescribed Antidepressant drugs to treat serious depression. Antidepressants from previous generations, such as tricyclic antidepressants and monoamine oxidase inhibitors, can be utilized to treat severe depressive disorder. If previous medications have failed to work, these medications should be taken as a last option. SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) are also the most commonly prescribed antidepressant for major depressive disorder. Serotonin is a brain neurotransmitter that influences a person's mood. Individuals who have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder have low levels of serotonin, which may be due to long-term substance abuse and a dependency on these substances to create the chemical. By blocking the breakdown of serotonin, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors aim to raise serotonin levels in the brain. In comparison to other antidepressant drugs, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors are also relatively safe and less harmful in the event of an overdose. 
• For psychotherapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy will be used by the psychologist to target the individual's thought processes in order to induce changes in feelings and behaviors. Cognitive behavior therapy aims to assist someone suffering from severe depressive illness in identifying and changing illogical thought patterns in order to alleviate depressed feelings and behaviors. Cognitive behavioral therapy also helps patients understand how their thoughts and actions affect their mood. In the treatment of clinical depression in children and adolescents, cognitive behavior therapy has proven to be particularly beneficial. Also, Interpersonal Therapy can be use to treat MDD. Interpersonal therapy is a type of treatment that focuses on the impact of interpersonal relationships on depression. This method to treatment focuses on the individual and their connections, with the assumption that personal relationships are at the heart of all emotional problems. Interpersonal therapy aims to improve communication between partners in order to alleviate strained relationships caused by depression. Interpersonal therapy also aims to address the root causes of depression symptoms. Interpersonal therapy looks at how present problems are leading to depression and complicated relationships.