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Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)

Depression
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)

For the last 2 weeks have you had:

1. Depressed mood
2. Loss of interest or pleasure

If you answered 'YES' to either of these questions, complete the symptom checklist below:


1.	Depressed mood most of the day
2.	Less interest or pleasure in all activities
3.	Weight loss or gain (when not dieting)
4.	Sleeping difficulties
5.	Slowed or fastened movements
6.	Tiredness or loss of energy
7.	Feeling worthless
8.	Difficulty concentrating
9.	Thoughts of death

Source: American Psychiatric Association. (2000). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders, 4th ed (DSM-IV). Washington, DC: APA.

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