A 15-year-old boy was previously active in a band and saved money to buy a special guitar. What would a nurse assess as an early sign of depression in this boy?
a. He gives up the band to spend time with his girlfriend.
b. He spends all of his time at the library studying to qualify for the honor society.
c. He gives his guitar away and spends his time listening to music in his room.
d. He withdraws all of his money out of the bank to buy an expensive leather jacket.
ANS: C
A major depression is characterized by a prolonged behavioral change from baseline that interferes with school, family life, and age-specific activities, frequently signaled by giving prized possessions away.
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