exogenous depression meaning

UK US /ˌɛkˈsoʊdʒənəs dɪˈprɛʃən/ 7 syllables

exogenous depression (noun): an inappropriate state of depression that is precipitated by events in the person's life (to be distinguished from normal grief).

Definition of exogenous depression

  1. an inappropriate state of depression that is precipitated by events in the person's life (to be distinguished from normal grief)

    Synonyms: reactive depression

    Type of: depressive disorder

How to pronounce exogenous depression

exogenous depression is pronounced /ˌɛkˈsoʊdʒənəs dɪˈprɛʃən/ in American English. It has 7 syllables.

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