ICD-11 · 6A70.3

Single episode depressive disorder, severe, without psychotic symptoms

Characterized by very severe depressive symptoms that seriously impair the capacity for independent functioning. Most everyday activities are impossible without support. No delusions or hallucinations are present, but the episode causes profound disability.

Differential diagnosis

When diagnosing Single episode depressive disorder, severe, without psychotic symptoms, the following ICD-11 disorders should be considered in the differential diagnosis:

Frequently asked questions

What disorders are in the differential diagnosis of Single episode depressive disorder, severe, without psychotic symptoms?

The differential diagnosis of Single episode depressive disorder, severe, without psychotic symptoms (6A70.3) includes: Zaburzenie depresyjne nawracające (6A71), Zaburzenie adaptacyjne (6B43).

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