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QuestionChoice
These are indeed symptoms of depression but are not a core criterion in the DSM-5 criteria for major depressive disorder. The incidence of psychomotor retardation/activation can be used to aid diagnosis alongside the core symptoms.
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b
Psychomotor retardation or activation
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These are indeed symptoms, but not a core criterion in the DSM-5 criteria for major depressive disorder. The incidence of hypersomnia/insomnia can be used to aid diagnosis alongside the core symptoms
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e
Hypersomnia or insomnia
QuestionChoice
This is indeed a symptom of depression, but not a core criterion in the DSM-5 criteria for major depressive disorder. The incidence of suicidality can be used to aid diagnosis alongside the core symptoms.
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c
Suicidality
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Anhedonia, or decreased interest or pleasure, is one of the core symptoms of major depressive disorder. Either anhedonia or a diminished/irritable mood for over 2 weeks is required for diagnosis, making them the 2 core symptoms.
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a
Anhedonia
QuestionChoice
This is indeed a symptom of depression, but not a core criterion in the DSM-5 criteria for major depressive disorder. Feelings of guilt or worthlessness can be used to aid diagnosis alongside the core symptoms.
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d
Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
Concept
Chapter
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Depression
Topic
173
Psychiatry
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Which of the following is a core criterion within the DSM-5 criteria for major depressive disorder?
a