Generally, Persistent Depressive Disorder is differentiated from major depression by the length of time the symptoms have been present. Group of answer choices True False
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PDD, also known as dysthymia, is characterized by a chronic form of depression lasting for at least two years in adults (one year in children and adolescents). MDD, on the other hand, is diagnosed when a person experiences a major depressive episode lasting at Show more…
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