Which of the following
statements best highlights a key difference between Major Depressive Disorder
(MDD) and Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD)?

Question

Answer

MDD requires a duration of at least 6 months, while PDD requires symptoms lasting at least 1 year.

Answer

MDD includes psychotic features by definition, whereas PDD never does.

Answer

MDD involves more severe symptoms for a shorter duration, while PDD involves less severe but more chronic symptoms lasting at least 2 years.

Answer

PDD includes manic episodes, whereas MDD does not.

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