While Major Depression Is ________, Dysthymia Is _________

question 42

Multiple Choice

While major depression is ________, dysthymia is _________.

• A) more frequent in women; more frequent in men
• B) a long-term disorder; a short-term disorder
• C) an episodic disorder; a persistent disorder
• D) more resistant to treatment; less resistant to treatment

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Definitions:

Public Support

The backing or endorsement by the general population for a particular cause, policy, or individual.

Diagnostic-Related Groups

A system used to classify hospital cases into groups to facilitate payment based on the type of care provided rather than individual services.

Government

The governing body of a nation, state, or community, responsible for creating and enforcing laws, policies, and regulations.

Hospital Stay

The period of time a patient spends in a hospital as an inpatient to receive treatment, care, or surgery.