Question

multiple choice 10 points
which statement best describes the symptoms of depression?
a persistent change in mood, loss of interest in activities, and changes in sleep or appetite.
occasional feelings of sadness that quickly pass.
a one - time panic attack when faced with a difficult situation.
feeling anxious in social settings.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Depression is characterized by persistent (not temporary) mood changes, loss of interest, and changes in sleep/appetite, which matches depressive symptoms.
• Option 2: Occasional, short - lived sadness is normal and not depression.
• Option 3: A one - time panic attack in a difficult situation is more related to anxiety or a stress response, not depression.
• Option 4: Anxiety in social settings is social anxiety, not depression.

Answer:

A. A persistent change in mood, loss of interest in activities, and changes in sleep or appetite.