Prolonged periods of sadness,feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness,social withdrawal,and cognitive and physical sluggishness best describe which disorder?
A)major depression
B)obsessive-compulsive disorder
C)bipolar disorder
D)agoraphobia

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These symptoms are characteristic of major depression, which is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and low self-worth. Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors, bipolar disorder involves periods of both depression and mania, and agoraphobia is a fear of being in situations or places where escape may be difficult.

Prolonged Periods of Sadness,feelings of Worthlessness and Hopelessness,social Withdrawal,and Cognitive