Major depressive disorder (MMD)
When people use the term clinical depression they are generally referring to major depressive disorder (MDD).
Major depressive disorder is a mood disorder characterized by a number of key features:
- Depressed mood
- Lack of interest in activities normally enjoyed
- Changes in weight
- Changes in sleep
- Fatigue
- Feelings of worthlessness and guilt
- Difficulty concentrating
- Thoughts of death and suicide
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