A 23-year-old patient with major depressive disorder presents with several symptoms that may indicate the presence of mixed features. Which of the following symptoms is included in the DSM-5-TR mixed features specifier diagnostic criteria?

A 45-year-old man presents to the clinic with symptoms of major depressive disorder (MDD) that have progressively worsened over the past few months. He reports experiencing deep sadness, significant weight loss, early morning awakening, and a marked lack of interest in activities he used to enjoy. He describes his mood as distinctly worse in the morning, and notes that even positive events fail to lift his spirits. Physical activity seems more difficult, and he struggles with feelings of worthlessness. Given the patient’s presentation and history, what is the most likely subtype of MDD that he is experiencing?

Which of the following antidepressants is known for having more frequent and severe withdrawal effects compared to other antidepressants?

Evidence-based combinations for treatment of bipolar disorder include

A 24-year-old female has been suffering from severe depression for the last 2 years. She is experiencing relief of many symptoms on her current treatment; however, she has residual complaints of physical fatigue, lack of energy, and difficulty concentrating. What pharmacological strategies may be most likely to target these residual symptoms?

Practice Exam I Fall 2024

A patient taking lamotrigine 100mg daily has been stable with no reported side effects. The patient should be told to restart the titration protocol starting at 25mg daily after how many days of missed doses? 

Which of the following is a DSM-5-TR criterion for disruptive mood dysregulation disorder?

For 10 years, a 67-year-old patient with bipolar disorder has been treated with Eskalith (lithium) 900mg daily. When oral hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) 12.5mg daily is added for hypertension, the patient develops nausea, vomiting, ataxia, and muscle weakness. The patient’s serum lithium level is 2.1 mEq/L. The interaction of the lithium and the thiazide diuretic has induced

The loss of growth factors, which may lead to neuroprogression, may be caused by which of the following environmental factors?