Juan Is Currently Experiencing a Period of Sadness That Has

question 187

Multiple Choice

Juan is currently experiencing a period of sadness that has resulted in almost total immobility. He sits in a chair all day and almost never moves. His wife has to assist him in getting into bed at night. What type of major depression would he MOST likely be diagnosed with?

• A) seasonal
• B) catatonic
• C) recurrent
• D) melancholic

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