Rose, an elderly woman, suffers from depression. An evaluation at a sleep clinic finds that Rose has in increased need for sleep during the winter months, but not in the summer months. What would the diagnosis be?

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Rose's increased need for sleep during the winter months but not in the summer suggests a pattern related to seasonal changes, which aligns with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) with Seasonal Pattern, previously known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This condition is characterized by depressive episodes that occur at a specific time of the year, typically in winter.

Rose, an Elderly Woman, Suffers from Depression