Explain the difference between dysthymia and major depressive disorder

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: A person must experience five or more depression symptoms including loss of interest or pleasure for at least two weeks straight to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder. Dysthymia is milder, chronic depression that persists for at least two years.

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a. - itis b. -oma c. -osis d. -path e. -tricho

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The suffix -asthenia means "strong."

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The medical term for inflammation of the colon is:

A) esophagitis B) cholecystitis C) hepatitis D) colitis

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Socioeconomic status can have a significant effect on risk for obesity

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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