Key Learning Points:

1.

Mood disorders are common in the general

population and more common in people

with an intellectual disability.

2.

People with intellectual disability may

present differently to the general

population when suffering from a mood

disorder.

3.

Untreated mood disorders decrease a

person’s functioning and increase the risk

of a range of other problems.

4.

Psychological treatments are likely to be

as effective as in the general population

although they may require some modification.

5.

Treatment of mood disorders in people with an ID is similar to treatment in the

general population although people with an ID may respond more slowly.

6.

Regular review of medication and active monitoring for side effects is required.