1) Which of the following statements accurately reflects the

DSM-5 criteria for diagnosing Major Depressive Disorder?

a) Symptoms must be present for at least 2 weeks and

include depressed mood or loss of interest or pleasure.

b) Symptoms must be present for at least 1 week and

include irritability and decreased appetite.

c) Symptoms must be present for at least 4 weeks and

include excessive sleep and hyperactivity.

d) Symptoms must be present for at least 3 weeks and

include sudden weight gain and psychomotor agitation.

Answer: a) Symptoms must be present for at least 2 weeks

and include depressed mood or loss of interest or pleasure.

Rationale: According to the DSM-5 criteria, for a diagnosis

of Major Depressive Disorder, depressive symptoms must

be present for at least 2 weeks and include either depressed

mood or loss of interest or pleasure (anhedonia).

2) Which of the following disorders is characterized by

persistent, intrusive, and distressing unwanted thoughts or

repetitive behaviors?

a) Generalized Anxiety Disorder

b) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

c) Social Anxiety Disorder

d) Borderline Personality Disorder

Answer: b) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Rationale: The primary features of Obsessive-Compulsive

Disorder (OCD) are persistent, intrusive, and distressing 

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