Major Depressive Disorder Is Said to Occur When Signs of Depression

question 113

Multiple Choice

Major depressive disorder is said to occur when signs of depression last at least

• A) one week.
• B) two weeks.
• C) two months.
• D) four months.

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Definitions:

Belief Perseverance

The tendency to maintain one’s beliefs even in the face of evidence that contradicts them.

Framing Effect

A cognitive bias where people react differently based on how choices are presented to them, often affecting decision-making.

Availability Heuristic

A mental shortcut that relies on immediate examples that come to a person's mind, influencing their perception of a topic's prevalence or importance.

Framing

The process of shaping the perception or presentation of information in a way that influences judgment and decision-making.