Symptoms of Depression Acronym

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Which symptom of depression is characterized by markedly diminished interest or pleasure most of the day?

  • Energy loss
  • Pleasure lost (correct)
  • Eating changed
  • Suicidality

Which symptom of depression refers to significant appetite or weight change?

  • Suicidality
  • Sleep changed
  • Eating changed (correct)
  • Energy loss

What does the 'N' in 'DEPRESSION' stand for in symptoms of depression?

  • Only me to blame
  • Energy loss
  • I'm a failure
  • No concentration (correct)

Which depressive syndrome causes distress and psychosocial impairment for at least 2 weeks but is not considered clinical depression?

<p>Minor Depression (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'S' in 'DEPRESSION' represent in symptoms of depression?

<p>Sleep changed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence range of major depression?

<p>5-10% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is major depression diagnosed according to the text?

<p>By clinical interview (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common risk factor for major depression mentioned in the text?

<p>Having a first-degree relative with depression (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the management of major depression differ in the two described cases in the text?

<p>Psychotherapy for one case and psychiatry for the other (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration requirement for making a diagnosis of major depression according to the text?

<p>At least 2 weeks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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