A person who experiences depressed mood or loss of interest in usual activities and at least 4 other depressive symptoms for at least 2 weeks meets the criteria for which of the following disorders?

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The criteria mentioned in the question are indicative of a major depressive episode, which is one of the key features of major depression. Option A (Adjustment disorder) may have similar symptoms but is triggered by a specific stressor and the symptoms are usually resolved once the stressor is removed. Option C (Dysthymia) involves milder but chronic depressive symptoms lasting for at least 2 years. Option D (Bipolar disorder) involves manic or hypomanic episodes in addition to depressive episodes.

A Person Who Experiences Depressed Mood or Loss of Interest