Some depression goes away on its own, but you should contact a health care professional if symptoms last forGroup of answer choicesa few days.about a week.a few hours.more than two weeks.

Which symptom is specific to depression?Onset occurs rapidly over hours or daysThoughts of suicideBeing unable to think clearlyConfusion with time or place

Question 9Major Depressive Disorder is defined as persistent, marked depressed mood (coupled with other cognitive and physical symptoms) the must last at least:1 pointa. two hoursb. two days c. two weeksd. two years

After Muhammad was diagnosed with depression, his doctor prescribed him an SSRI medication. What might be one of the reasons for this choice?Group of answer choicesSSRIs have fewer and milder side effects than other medications.SSRIs are generally effective after one dose.SSRIs work quickly, typically within one week.SSRIs have more side effects than TCAs.

Major depression is characterized by all of the following EXCEPTdisturbances of sleep patterns.suicidal thoughts.talkativeness.diminished pleasure.

Depressive disorders are characterized by sadness severe enough or persistent enough to interfere with function and often by decreased interest or pleasure in activities.