Depression is a broad and heterogeneous diagnosis. This slide deck offers opportunities to discuss the core definitions of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) as well as a presentation of the key …
Complete blood count (CBC), electrolytes, and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), vitamin B12, and folate levels to rule out general medical disorders that can cause depression. …
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a mental illness defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). The DSM provides the diagnostic criteria used by doctors for major …
Major depressive disorder is marked by symptoms such as sadness, loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities, difficulty concentrating, and changes in sleep …
DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria for a major depressive episode. A. Five (or more) of the following symptoms have been present during the same two-week period and represent …
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WEBEvaluate and address functional impairments and quality of life. Identify impairments in domains such as work, school, family, social relationships, leisure activities, and …
DSM-5 Diagnosis: Major Depressive Disorder. Major Depressive Episode: Five (or more) of the following symptoms have been present during the same 2-week period and …
Major depressive episodes are characterized by the triad of low mood, self-attitude, and vital sense. [2] Low mood may manifest as persistent sadness, anxiety, apathy, irritability, or emotional numbness. …
Key Points. Approximately one in eight patients in primary care settings meet current MDD criteria. Untreated depression may interfere with recovery from co-morbid conditions and …