Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Practice Exam

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What psychological state does the mnemonic SIGECAPS evaluate?

Depression
Anxiety
Paranoia
Mania

The correct answer is: Depression

The mnemonic SIGECAPS is specifically designed to assist in identifying the key symptoms of depression. Each letter in SIGECAPS stands for a symptom associated with this condition: - S: Sleep disturbances (insomnia or hypersomnia) - I: Interest lost in activities (anhedonia) - G: Guilt (feelings of worthlessness) - E: Energy loss (fatigue) - C: Concentration difficulties - A: Appetite changes (increased or decreased) - P: Psychomotor agitation or retardation - S: Suicidal ideation By evaluating these specific symptoms, practitioners can assess whether an individual is experiencing depression, making this mnemonic a valuable tool in mental health assessments related to this psychological state. Other options, such as anxiety, paranoia, or mania, are associated with different symptoms and mnemonics and do not apply to the specific evaluation that SIGECAPS represents.