Karen Experienced Mild Feelings of Sadness for Over 2 Years

question 101

Multiple Choice

Karen experienced mild feelings of sadness for over 2 years. She still went to class, but she wondered about her competency and self-worth and struggled to take care of herself. In the past month, her depression has become more severe; she is missing school and has even begun having suicidal thoughts. Karen could be diagnosed with:

• A)major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder.
• B)double depression.
• C)dissociative identity disorder.
• D)dysthymia.

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Definitions:

Third-Party Involvement

The involvement of an external party in negotiations or conflict resolution who is not directly involved in the dispute.

Indirect Pressure

A subtle or non-explicit form of influence exerted to persuade or coerce someone into a decision or action.

Holding Out

The act of not agreeing or yielding in a negotiation or discussion, with the aim of achieving a more favorable outcome.

Sanctioned

Given authoritative approval or permission; also can mean subjected to a penalty for wrongdoing.