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Question
Explain the following concept:
Depressive disorder
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Solution
- The disorder in which the individual experiences extreme feelings of sadness as well as guilt for at least two weeks, is called Depressive disorder.
- In the total population, 5% to 6% of people suffer from mild depression.
- Due to some negative incidences or some other external factors, the individual may experience negative feelings, but if it continues for a very long time then it is called Depressive Disorder.
- Feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, and sadness are the major feelings experienced in this disorder.
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