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What was the previous perspective on depression in children?
What was the previous perspective on depression in children?
- It was seen as a predominantly adult disorder (correct)
- Children were considered developmentally mature to experience depressive disorders
- Adolescent low mood was not seen as part of normal teenage mood swings
- The diagnostic criteria for unipolar depression were the same as they are now
What are the core symptoms of unipolar depression?
What are the core symptoms of unipolar depression?
- Persistent and pervasive sadness, along with a loss of interest or pleasure in activities (correct)
- Dissociation and hallucinations
- Anxiety and persistent fear
- Hyperactivity and impulsivity
What is the past-year prevalence of major depressive disorder (MDD) in early adulthood?
What is the past-year prevalence of major depressive disorder (MDD) in early adulthood?
- Between 10-17% (correct)
- More than 40%
- Between 20-30%
- Less than 5%
How common is depression in prepubescent children?
How common is depression in prepubescent children?
What is the median 12-month prevalence of unipolar depression in mid-teens?
What is the median 12-month prevalence of unipolar depression in mid-teens?
What is the most prominent comorbidity of depression in adulthood?
What is the most prominent comorbidity of depression in adulthood?
According to clinical studies, what is the likelihood of developing another episode of depression within 5 years after the first episode?
According to clinical studies, what is the likelihood of developing another episode of depression within 5 years after the first episode?
What is the prevalence of comorbidity in pre-school depressed children?
What is the prevalence of comorbidity in pre-school depressed children?
When examining the adult outcomes of childhood depression, what have studies found regarding the increased risk of depression in adult life?
When examining the adult outcomes of childhood depression, what have studies found regarding the increased risk of depression in adult life?
Which disorder grouping has attracted interest in its association with depression across development?
Which disorder grouping has attracted interest in its association with depression across development?
What is the order of emergence of anxiety and depression from childhood to early adolescence?
What is the order of emergence of anxiety and depression from childhood to early adolescence?
What is the likelihood of developing depression and suicidality in adulthood after adolescent depression?
What is the likelihood of developing depression and suicidality in adulthood after adolescent depression?
