Margaret has been suffering with persistent depressive disorder for several years and has sought treatment on several occasions. About one month ago, she developed more severe symptoms of depression, which have been maintained almost daily. The condition she is experiencing is best described as _________
A) double depression.
B) chronic melancholia.
C) adjustment disorder with bipolar features.
D) recurring melancholic depression.

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Margaret's condition is best described as double depression, which occurs when a person has persistent depressive disorder as well as major depressive episodes.

Margaret Has Been Suffering with Persistent Depressive Disorder for Several