How Does Dysthymia Compare to Major Depressive Disorder

question 114

Multiple Choice

How does dysthymia compare to major depressive disorder?

• A)Symptoms are much more severe than in major depressive disorder.
• B)Symptoms change from day to day,with lots of days with normal functioning in between dysthymic episodes.
• C)There are many more symptoms required to meet dysthymia than to meet major depressive disorder.
• D)Symptoms are mild to moderate but last for much longer than in major depressive disorder.

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Definitions:

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