Ever since her mother died four months ago, Kerri has felt despondent and sad. Although outwardly Kerri behaves normally, privately she still feels very sad about her loss. She seems emotionally disconnected from others, talks more slowly than she used to, is no longer intimate with her husband, has difficulty concentrating, and has gained nearly 40 pounds. Kerri's symptoms are an example of:

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Kerri's symptoms of despondency, emotional disconnection, slowed speech, lack of intimacy, difficulty concentrating, and significant weight gain are consistent with Major Depressive Disorder. While the death of a loved one can result in grief symptoms, Kerri's symptoms have persisted for 4 months and are significantly impacting her daily life, indicating a potential major depressive episode rather than typical grief.

Ever Since Her Mother Died Four Months Ago, Kerri Has