Question

question 37
5 pts
in dysthymic depression, a diagnosis of persistent depressive disorder requires the symptom of depressed mood plus at least two other symptoms of depression for a period of at least
2 weeks
6 months
1 year
2 years

question 38
5 pts
whereas psychotherapists generally __, psychiatrists __
do not practice insight therapy, do practice insight therapy
cannot prescribe medications, can prescribe medications
have a medical degree, do not have a medical degree
use freudian methods of therapy, do not use freudian methods of therapy

Explanation:

Analyze diagnostic criteria for Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)

According to the DSM-5, a diagnosis of Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia) requires a depressed mood for most of the day, for more days than not, for at least 2 years (or 1 year for children and adolescents), along with at least two other depressive symptoms.

Compare roles of psychotherapists and psychiatrists

Psychotherapists typically provide talk therapy and counseling but do not hold medical degrees (MD/DO) and thus cannot prescribe medication in most jurisdictions. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in mental health, allowing them to prescribe psychiatric medications.

Answer:

Question 37

• 2 weeks
• 6 months
• 1 year
• 2 years (Correct answer)

Question 38

• Do not practice insight therapy; do practice insight therapy
• Cannot prescribe medications; can prescribe medications (Correct answer)
• Have a medical degree; do not have a medical degree
• Use Freudian methods of therapy; do not use Freudian methods of therapy