EPPP Psychology

Category - Assessment and Diagnosis

Signs and symptoms of major depressive disorder vary somewhat with age. Young children are likely to report:
  1. Irritability
  2. Aggressive behaviors
  3. Distractibility
  4. Disorientation
Explanation
Answer: A - Young children with major depressive disorder are likely to report irritability.
Young children with major depressive disorder are more likely than any other age group to report somatic symptoms, social withdrawal, and irritability. Older children can have aggressive symptoms whereas older adults experience distractibility and disorientation.
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