A client is diagnosed with major depressive disorder.Which nursing diagnosis should a nurse assign to this client to address a behavioral symptom of this disorder?

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A nursing diagnosis of social isolation R/T poor self-esteem AEB secluding self in room addresses a behavioral symptom of major depressive disorder.Other behavioral symptoms include psychomotor retardation,virtually nonexistent communication,maintaining a fetal position,and no personal hygiene and/or grooming.

A Client Is Diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder