Episodes of depression are characterized by

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Episodes of depression are characterized by extreme sadness, also known as a major depressive episode. This is one of the main criteria for diagnosing depression according to the DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition). The other criteria include symptoms such as reduced interest or pleasure in activities, change in appetite or weight, difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much, fatigue or loss of energy, feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt, difficulty concentrating, and recurrent thoughts of death or suicide. None of the other choices (A, C, D, E) are typically associated with episodes of depression.

Episodes of Depression Are Characterized by