Psychology GCSE
Characteristics of clinical depression
What Characteristics of clinical depression means in Psychology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Characteristics of clinical depression
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Persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure in usual activities, changes in sleep and appetite, tiredness, difficulty concentrating and, in severe cases, thoughts of self-harm or suicide.
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- Psychological problems (AQA GCSE)
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