Which of the following patterns of symptoms of MDD is more common in children than adults?
A) hypersomnia, weight gain, psychomotor agitation
B) insomnia, weight loss, psychomotor agitation
C) hypersomnia, weight loss, psychomotor retardation
D) insomnia, weight gain, psychomotor retardation

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In children, the pattern of symptoms of MDD is more commonly characterized by insomnia, weight loss, and psychomotor agitation, which is option B. This differs from the classic pattern of symptoms in adults, which is characterized by hypersomnia, weight gain, and psychomotor retardation.

Which of the Following Patterns of Symptoms of MDD Is