Understanding Major Depressive Disorder

Very Easy Mental Health Concepts Mood Disorders

As a nursing student, it is important to understand the basic concepts related to mood disorders. A patient is a 28-year-old female diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). The patient reports feeling hopeless, having lost interest in activities she once enjoyed, and experiences significant fatigue. Considering these symptoms, which of the following statements best describes Major Depressive Disorder?

It is characterized by fluctuating moods between mania and depression.

It involves persistent feelings of sadness and a lack of interest or pleasure in most activities.

It results in episodes of extreme irritability with short-term periods of normal mood.

It is a temporary response to stressful life events.

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