Persistent Depressive Disorder Persistent Depressive Disorder Diagnosis & DSM-5 Criteria

Question 1

According to DSM-5, what is the minimum duration of depressed mood required for a diagnosis of Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD) in adults?

Accepted Answer

2 years

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6 months

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1 year

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3 years

Question 2

Which term was formerly used for Persistent Depressive Disorder before the DSM-5?

Accepted Answer

Dysthymia

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Major Depressive Disorder

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Cyclothymia

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Adjustment Disorder

Question 3

How many additional symptoms beyond depressed mood must be present for a PDD diagnosis (DSM-5)?

Accepted Answer

At least 2

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At least 1

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At least 3

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At least 4

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT one of the additional symptoms listed in DSM-5 for PDD?

Accepted Answer

Hallucinations or delusions

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Poor appetite or overeating

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Low self-esteem

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Feelings of hopelessness

Question 5

According to DSM-5, during the 2-year period for PDD diagnosis, the individual must never be without symptoms for more than:

Accepted Answer

2 months

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1 month

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3 months

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6 months

Question 6

Which specifier is used in DSM-5 when a patient with PDD also meets full criteria for a Major Depressive Episode?

Accepted Answer

With persistent major depressive episode

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With melancholic features

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With double depression

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With anxious distress