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1. Ellen fulfills the criteria of major depressive illness. |
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Ellen's history of gradual onset over several weeks or months is characteristic
of major depression. |
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3.
A past history of depression is an essential diagnostic criteria for
major depression. |
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4.
A consecutive generational family history, such as occurs in Ellen's
history, is an essential diagnostic criteria for major depression.
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5. Major depression is more common in men than women. |