Separation distress and traumatic distress are primarily what distinguishes depression and normal grief from ________.
A) simple bereavement
B) complicated or prolonged grief disorder
C) adjustment disorder with depressive symptoms
D) schizoaffective disorder

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Complicated or prolonged grief disorder is characterized by separation distress and traumatic distress, which distinguishes it from normal grief and depression. Simple bereavement is typically characterized by sadness and longing, but does not necessarily involve these other distressing symptoms. Adjustment disorder with depressive symptoms may involve separation distress, but is typically related to a specific stressor and is not as prolonged as complicated grief. Schizoaffective disorder is an unrelated disorder that involves both psychotic and mood symptoms.

Separation Distress and Traumatic Distress Are Primarily What Distinguishes Depression