Common symptoms of major depressive disorder include all of...

Common symptoms of major depressive disorder include all of the following except _____.
a. periods of extreme elation and euphoria
b. difficulty concentrating and making decisions
c. loss of interest or pleasure in usual activities
d. psychomotor agitation and retardation

Key Concepts

Depressive Symptomatology

The symptoms of depression typically include a depressed mood, anhedonia (loss of interest or pleasure), cognitive impairments like difficulty concentrating, and physical manifestations such as psychomotor agitation or retardation. These symptoms together contribute to the overall impairment seen in the disorder.

Manic Symptoms

Manic symptoms involve periods of abnormally elevated mood, increased energy, extreme euphoria, and sometimes reckless behavior. These symptoms are characteristic of bipolar disorder, not major depressive disorder, and thus are not considered part of the diagnostic criteria for major depressive episodes.

Major Depressive Disorder

Major depressive disorder is a mental health condition characterized by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and a range of cognitive, emotional, and physical symptoms that impair daily functioning. It is diagnosed by the presence of specific symptoms over an extended period as outlined in clinical diagnostic criteria.

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