Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Essay

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
a) According to the DSM, what is the length of time symptoms must be present in order for a diagnosis to be made?
b) Fill in the blanks:
In order for an individual to be diagnosed with MDD, an individual must show evidence of
_________________, or _____________________, which may appear as _______________
in children.
c) Name four other symptoms of MDD that may appear in children or adolescents (specify if different in young children versus teens).