A Major Depressive Disorder Is Most Likely to Be Characterized

question 51

Multiple Choice

A major depressive disorder is most likely to be characterized by

• A) a seasonal pattern of symptoms.
• B) alternations between extreme hopelessness and unrealistic optimism.
• C) a persistent irrational fear of other people.
• D) feelings of personal worthlessness.

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Definitions:

Cell Differentiation

The process by which a less specialized cell becomes a more specialized cell type, crucial in development and specialization of functions.

Embryo

In animals, a developing individual from first cleavage until hatching or birth; in humans, usually refers to an individual during weeks 2 to 8 of development.

Human Motivation

The psychological forces that determine the direction of a person's behavior in an organization, a person's level of effort, and a person's level of persistence.

Motivation Levels

describe the degree or intensity of a person's willingness or desire to engage in or perform a particular activity or behavior.