Judith is currently experiencing a period of sadness that interferes with her ability to go to work and to take care of her children. It has lasted for three weeks, and she has experienced similar episodes in the past. What type of major depression would she MOST likely be diagnosed with?
A) seasonal
B) catatonic
C) persistent
D) melancholic

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Based on the given information, Judith is experiencing a period of sadness that has lasted for three weeks and has occurred in the past, indicating that she is experiencing persistent depressive disorder (formerly known as dysthymia), which involves a chronic, long-term depressed mood. She does not meet the criteria for seasonal depression (A) as no seasonal pattern is mentioned, catatonic depression (B) as there is no indication of motor symptoms, or melancholic depression (D) as there is no information regarding loss of pleasure in activities or other melancholic features.

Judith Is Currently Experiencing a Period of Sadness That Interferes