About 6.7% of the U.S. population is affected by ____ each year. It is the leading cause of disability for people ages 15 to 44 and is more prevalent in women than men
A. Postpartum depression (PPD)
B. Schizophrenia
C. Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
D. Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
ANS: C
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