Depression (P76)
‘Depression’ is often used to refer to a ‘depressive disorder’ but the term may also refer to ‘depressive symptoms’. ‘Depressive disorder’ comprises a constellation of symptoms and signs. The DSM-5 outlines criteria to diagnose a depressive disorder, which should include either depressed mood or los...
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| Published in | Morbidity in primary care p. 61 |
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| Format | Book Chapter |
| Language | English |
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Radboud University Press
08.11.2023
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| Summary: | ‘Depression’ is often used to refer to a ‘depressive disorder’ but the term may also refer to ‘depressive symptoms’. ‘Depressive disorder’ comprises a constellation of symptoms and signs. The DSM-5 outlines criteria to diagnose a depressive disorder, which should include either depressed mood or loss of interest or pleasure in (almost) all activities, or both of these ‘core symptoms’, lasting at least two weeks. Other symptoms may include: fatigue or loss of energy; weight loss or gain, or a change in appetite; a slowing down of thinking and a reduction of physical movement; (inappropriate) feelings of worthlessness or guilt; indecisiveness |
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