Karen experienced mild feelings of sadness for over 2 years. She still went to class, but she wondered about her competency and self-worth and struggled to take care of herself. In the past month, her depression has become more severe; she is missing school and has even begun having suicidal thoughts. Karen could be diagnosed with:

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Karen's symptoms of mild depression lasting over two years, combined with the recent onset of more severe symptoms including suicidal thoughts, suggest a diagnosis of double depression, which occurs when an individual with dysthymia experiences a major depressive episode.

Karen Experienced Mild Feelings of Sadness for Over 2 Years