Which of the following is a characteristic of major depressive disorder?
A) depressed mood that comes and goes frequently
B) little or no pleasure in any activities
C) heightened interest in sexual activity
D) an enhanced sense of creativity

Question

Which of the following is a characteristic of major depressive disorder?
A) depressed mood that comes and goes frequently
B) little or no pleasure in any activities 
C) heightened interest in sexual activity 
D) an enhanced sense of creativity

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A key symptom of major depressive disorder is experiencing little or no pleasure in activities that one typically enjoys or feeling a lack of interest in engaging in any activities at all. The other options listed are not characteristic symptoms of major depressive disorder.

Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Major Depressive