Milton Has Been Mildly Depressed for Many Years

question 39

Multiple Choice

Milton has been mildly depressed for many years. Just recently, however, his depression deepened, and he was severely depressed for about three months. His deep depression then lifted and he was once again mildly depressed. Milton

• A)will be easier to treat now that the severe depression is resolved.
• B)will quickly respond to treatment and will recover completely from his depression.
• C)will likely be associated with more severe psychopathology and a problematic future course.
• D)will require treatment for the rest of his life.

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