Persistent Depressive Disorder Flashcards
1
Q
Criterion A
A
Depressed mood for most of the day for more days than not for at least two years
2
Q
Criterion B
A
Presence, while depressed, or two or more of the following
- poor appetite/overeating
- insomnia/hypersomnia
- Low energy or fatigue
- Low self-esteem
- poor concentration or difficulty making decisions
- feelings of hopelessness
3
Q
Criterion C
A
During the 2 year period, the individual has never been without symptoms in A or B for more than 2 months at a time
4
Q
Criterion D
A
Criteria for MDD may be continuously present for 2 years
5
Q
Criterion E
A
No mania!
6
Q
Criterion F
A
Disturbance is not better explained by psychosis
7
Q
Criterion G and H
A
not due to substances/medical condition and causes impairment/distress
8
Q
What is early/late onset
A
early: younger than 21
late: 21 or older
