One Factor That Distinguishes Major Depressive Disorder from Sad Mood

question 75

Multiple Choice

One factor that distinguishes major depressive disorder from sad mood is that

• A) in major depression, symptoms come on gradually.
• B) the symptoms of major depression affect the ability to function in work or social settings.
• C) in major depression, suicidal thoughts are always present.
• D) sadness, even if extreme, always passes quickly.

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