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Peripartum Onset Specifier for Major Depressive Disorder
The peripartum onset specifier is applied to cases of major depression that occur during pregnancy or within the four weeks following childbirth. This condition is also commonly known as postpartum depression.
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Peripartum Onset Specifier for Major Depressive Disorder
A 28-year-old client reports experiencing significant periods of low mood, loss of interest in hobbies, excessive sleeping, and increased appetite for the past three years. When asked about the timing of these episodes, the client notes that they consistently begin in late October and fully resolve by mid-April. During the summer months, the client reports feeling their 'normal self.' Based on this specific pattern, which label would most accurately describe the client's episodes of depression?