Joanne Is in a Very Downcast Mood

question 248

Multiple Choice

Joanne is in a very downcast mood. She has a poor appetite, has lost weight, and feels constantly fatigued. She has lost interest in most of her regular activities because they seem
Like "too much effort" and they no longer give her any pleasure. She seems indifferent to her
Family and friends and has recurrent thoughts of suicide. She is best described as suffering
From ______.

• A) dysthymic disorder
• B) cyclothymic disorder
• C) major depressive disorder
• D) bipolar disorder

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