Which of the Following Is NOT a True Distinction Between

question 91

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a true distinction between major depressive disorder and persistent depressive disorder?

• A) Persistent depressive disorder tends to have gradual onset while the onset of major depressive disorder tends to be more sudden.
• B) Symptoms of MDD tend to be more severe.
• C) Though they both entail general sadness, there are no symptoms that overlap between major depressive disorder and persistent depressive disorder.
• D) Persistent depressive disorder is typically longer-lasting than major depressive disorder.

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