The case of Cathy presented in your text is an example of major ...

[folubunmi]

The case of Cathy presented in your text is an example of major depressive disorder. One of the aspects of her case that clearly tells us her mood was more than just normal sadness is that Cathy
 
  a. had become impaired in her ability to work.
  b. did not have any manic or hypomanic symptoms.
  c. had been separated from her husband for five years.
  d. felt unworthy of her latest promotion at work.

Question 2

Which one of these characteristics of clinical depression helps to distinguish it from normal sadness?
 
  a. altered brain chemistry
  b. caused by an identifiable precipitant
  c. occurs only in people who suffered early losses
  d. accompanied by a cluster of signs and symptoms, including cognitive features

[Jordin Calloway]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: a.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d.

[folubunmi]

Thank you!

[Jordin Calloway]

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