The individual who displays the history and symptoms most consistent with a medical diagnosis of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is:
a. 26 years of age and complains of 3 consecutive years of depressed mood begin-ning in November and remitting in April
b. 64 years of age and complains of anhedonia, early morning awakening, psycho-motor retardation, weight loss, and excessive feelings of guilt
c. 46 years of age and complains of dysphoric mood for 3 years, poor concentration, loss of interest in social activities, indecision, low energy, and low self-esteem
d. 38 years of age and complains of sadness, loss of ability to react to positive stimu-li, weight gain, hypersomnia, leaden paralysis of limbs, and sensitivity to inter-personal rejection
ANS: A
Marked seasonal changes in mood typify seasonal affective disorder. Depression begins in October or November and lifts in March or April and must occur for at least 2 consecutive years. The other options are lacking in the identifying period of time when the symptoms are exhibited.
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