Which description matches the characteristics of clinical depression?

a disorder characterized by uncontrolled eating binges followed by purging
a disorder characterized by feelings of elation and boundless energy
a disorder characterized by feelings of sadness and hopelessness, and the inability to enjoy usual activities
a disorder characterized by the display of rigid behavior patterns that make it hard for a person to interact with others

Samuel is a 63-year-old single man who works full time in a food processing plant. he has a history of esophageal cancer, which was treated successfully with anti-cancer drugs and surgery four years ago. his weight had been stable at 135 pounds until 6 months ago. since then, he has experienced an involuntary weight loss of 10 pounds. he complains of a poor appetite and being overly weak, tired, and irritable. he also complains of cracks at the corners of his mouth and a chronic sore throat, which concerns him, given his cancer history. his usual diet is fairly consistent. he states that he rarely eats breakfast because he starts work at 6 a.m. he eats two deli meat sandwiches, "usually pastrami or salami," and a soda at 10 a.m., and may eat a candy bar in the afternoon when he gets off work. he often prepares and eats a frozen dinner or pizza at home in the evening and routinely drinks "about four or five beers" before going to bed. occasionally, he cooks roast and mashed potatoes for dinner and may have cereal with milk for a snack before bed. he rarely eats vegetables or fruit. 1. considering samuel's alcohol consumption, which b vitamin may he be deficient in? a. pantothenic acid b. niacin c. riboflavin d. biotin e. thiamin

Mason joined the water polo team at his school. as part of his conditioning, mason's coach requires a 25-minute run during practice. mason's heart rate reaches 125 beats per minute, but his target heart rate zone is 138—183 beats per minute. what should mason do to get the most benefit for his heart? increase the amount of time he runs increase the speed at which he runs decrease the amount of time he runs decrease the speed at which he runs

Which statement describes the u.s organ donation system? a. about 200 lives are saved per year b. transplant recipients must pay for organs c. the waiting lists for organs are very long d. it is mandatory