Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder is considered a depressive disorder in children who show persistent irritability and recurrent episodes of out-of-control behavior.
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The final answer is True. Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder is considered a depressive disorder in children.
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The final answer is True. Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder is considered a depressive disorder in children.
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DMDD is included in the depressive disorders category of the DSM-5 due to its symptoms of persistent irritability and frequent temper outbursts.
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Some might confuse DMDD with other mood or behavioral disorders that also feature irritability and outbursts.
Sources
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) - Cleveland Clinic - my.clevelandclinic.org
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder - NIMH - nimh.nih.gov
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