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2.8 Depressive Disorders

Psychiatry Boot Camp

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Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Subtypes of Major Depressive Disorder

This chapter delves into the symptoms, diagnosis, and subtypes of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). It explores the core symptoms of MDD, the use of specifiers to describe different features of depression, and the distinction between melancholic and atypical depression. The chapter also addresses the association between depression and obesity, highlighting the need for lifestyle interventions in managing comorbidities.

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