AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Distress most of the time over a two-week period because of fatigue or loss of energy is most likely associated with
A
mania
B
major depressive disorder
C
bipolar disorder
D
disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness or hopelessness. Angry outbursts, irritability or frustration, even over small matters. Loss of interest or pleasure in most or all normal activities, such as sex, hobbies or sports. Sleep disturbances, including insomnia or sleeping too much.

Detailed explanation-2: -Major depression, also known as unipolar or major depressive disorder (MDD), is characterized by a persistent feeling of sadness or a lack of interest in outside stimuli.

Detailed explanation-3: -Dysthymic disorder Its diagnostic criteria require depressed mood for at least 2 years, plus poor eating or overeating, insomnia or hypersomnia, low energy, low self-esteem, poor concentration or difficulty making decisions, and hopelessness (at least two).

Detailed explanation-4: -Depression Symptoms: Emotional The primary symptoms of depression are a sad mood and/or loss of interest in life.

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