The mood state characterized by exaggerated and prolonged feelings of sadness, hopelessness, helplessness, grief, guilt, and low feelings of self-worth is called
A) mania
B) depression
C) hypomania
D) dysthymia

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The mood state characterized by exaggerated and prolonged feelings of sadness, hopelessness, helplessness, grief, guilt, and low feelings of self-worth is known as depression. Mania is a mood state characterized by elevated mood, hyperactivity, racing thoughts, and grandiosity. Hypomania is a milder form of mania that is not severe enough to cause significant impairment. Dysthymia is a chronic subtype of depression characterized by milder symptoms that persist for a longer period of time.

The Mood State Characterized by Exaggerated and Prolonged Feelings of Sadness