The Diagnosis of Major Depression Is Not Made During the First

question 16

Multiple Choice

The diagnosis of Major Depression is not made during the first months of a grief reaction because:

• A) it is too early to tell.
• B) low mood and poor functioning are considered to be normal and culturally expected during grief.
• C) the grief reaction is faith-based and the DSM does not deal with spiritual concerns.
• D) women experience grief differently than men.

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Definitions:

Metabolism

The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms, crucial for converting food to energy, constructing cellular components, and managing waste materials.

Calcium Levels

The concentration of calcium ions (Ca2+) in the body, critical for various physiological processes, including bone formation, muscle function, and signal transduction.

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that works to raise blood glucose levels by stimulating the breakdown of glycogen in the liver.

Glycogen

A complex carbohydrate stored in the liver and muscles of animals, serving as a primary form of energy storage.