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Minor depressive disorder
A mood disorder that does not meet the full criteria for major depressive disorder but when at least two depressive symptoms are present for two weeks.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Toddler 3-5 | Rare | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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