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ChapterPsychiatry Mood Disorders

Major Depressive Disorder

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1

What is the definition of "double depression" in the context of mental health?

ADepression superimposed on dysthymia

BRecurrent major depressive episodes without chronic low mood

CMajor depressive disorder occurring alongside cognitive decline

DChronic low-grade depression without major depressive episodes

2

An old man is diagnosed with major depressive disorder. His son reports that he always shows suicidal tendencies. What is the treatment of choice for depression with suicidal tendencies?

AOlanzapine

BECT

CMirtazapine

DClozapine

3

Which of the following conditions is characterized by intense depression and misery?

ASchizophrenia

BMajor depressive disorder

CMania

DMelancholia

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