Retarded Depression (Noun)
Meaning
A state of clinical depression in which the individual is lethargic and slow to initiate action.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's retarded depression made everyday tasks seem insurmountable and exhausting to her.
- His symptoms of retarded depression worsened over time, causing him to withdraw from social interactions.
- The doctor diagnosed her with retarded depression and prescribed a combination of medication and therapy.
- Retarded depression often made it difficult for him to get out of bed in the morning and face the day.
- She struggled with retarded depression for years before seeking professional help and finding relief.