AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The DSM-5 outlines the following criterion to make a diagnosis of depression. The individual must be experiencing five or more symptoms during the same 2-week period and at least one of the symptoms should be either (1) depressed mood or (2) loss of interest or pleasure.

Detailed explanation-2: -It causes severe symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working. To be diagnosed with depression, the symptoms must be present for at least two weeks. There are different types of depression, some of which develop due to specific circumstances.

Detailed explanation-3: -A depressive episode lasts at least two weeks, and the symptoms of depression are persistent and occur nearly every day for the duration of the episode. They cannot be explained by another medical condition or by substance abuse. There can be some variation in symptoms by individuals and by certain populations.

Detailed explanation-4: -Types of major depression include melancholia, psychotic and antenatal or postnatal. You may be diagnosed with mild, moderate or severe depression. Your mental health professional may diagnose you with depression if these symptoms: happen most days.