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Major Depressive Disorder Case Studies

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i. The client was diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder in 2011 and has since experienced recurrent episodes. ii. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (2014), major depressive disorder is characterized by “severe symptoms that interfere with [one’s] ability to work, sleep, study, eat, and enjoy life.” Certain criteria must be met in order to get this diagnosis, including at least five of the following: depressed mood everyday, for most of the day, for at least two weeks; loss of interest in normally pleasurable activities; unexplained weight loss; insomnia or hypersomnia; suicidal ideations; difficulty concentrating or decision-making; a large decrease in energy (American Psychological Association [APA], 2013). Psychomotor

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