Juan is currently experiencing a period of sadness that has resulted in almost total immobility. He sits in a chair all day and almost never moves. His wife has to assist him in getting into bed at night. What type of major depression would he MOST likely be diagnosed with?
A) seasonal
B) catatonic
C) recurrent
D) melancholic

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Juan's immobility and lack of movement suggest catatonic features, which are characterized by extreme physical inactivity and other odd behaviors such as echolalia or stereotyped movements.

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