A patient presents with loss of interest or pleasure in almo…
A patient presents with loss of interest or pleasure in almost all daily activities, decreased appetite with weight loss, suicidal thinking, and poor concentration. Which of these symptoms is one of the two required symptoms for a major depressive episode?
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Emily is a 21-year-old patient who presents with sadness, feelings of worthlessness, and suicidal ideation occurring every day for the past month. The clinical interview reveals that she has a maternal aunt with bipolar I disorder. Further assessment reveals that this patient also feels distracted and has racing thoughts. Emily has been, at times, more talkative than usual and irritable with her friends and family per her mother’s report. Which class of medication would NOT be recommended as monotherapy for this patient?
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