Jenny has experienced long-standing feelings of depression over the past five years.During the past 20 days, she has experienced a severely depressed mood, feelings of emptiness, and significant weight loss.Jenny confided in a neighbour that she is considering suicide.What is Jenny most likely suffering from?

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Jenny's symptoms suggest double depression, which is a combination of persistent depressive disorder (long-standing depression) and major depressive episodes (severe symptoms over a shorter period).

Jenny Has Experienced Long-Standing Feelings of Depression Over the Past