Question

1. the first mental health disorder i am exploring is depression

know
what do you already know about this mental health disorder? list at least 3 facts, or things you have heard, about this topic.
complete before you research
want
what do you want to learn about this topic? list 1-2 things you hope to learn.
complete before you research
learned
what did you learn after researching? list as many things as you can.
complete after you research
question
what questions do you still have—or now have—after researching? list 1-2 things you would like to learn more about.
complete after you research

Explanation:

This is a KWLQ (Know, Want, Learned, Question) chart for exploring a mental health disorder (Depression). The "Know" section asks for prior knowledge about mental health disorders. Common prior knowledge could include that depression involves persistent sadness, it can affect daily life, and there are treatments like therapy or medication. The "Want" section is for stating what one hopes to learn, e.g., specific causes or how to support someone with depression. The "Learned" section is filled after research, and "Question" is for remaining queries.

Answer:

Know (Example Entries):

• Depression involves persistent feelings of sadness.
• It can impact a person's daily activities like work or relationships.
• There are treatments such as therapy and antidepressant medications.

Want (Example Entries):

• I want to learn about the specific biological causes of depression.
• I hope to learn how to recognize early signs of depression in others.

Learned (To be filled after research, example):

• Depression is caused by a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors.
• Symptoms can include changes in sleep, appetite, and loss of interest in hobbies.
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective treatment approach.

Question (Example Entries):

• How does depression differ across different age groups?
• Are there natural remedies that complement traditional depression treatments?