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Example of a vignette describing depression (mild) co‐occurring with cancer (moderate)

Imagine that you are a patient with cancer. Quite regularly, you have some physical reactions, especially moderate pain and nausea. You also feel tired sometimes. You feel somewhat physically restricted and find it relatively difficult to perform your social or family activities.

In addition to the symptoms of cancer, you experience symptoms that constitute a diagnosis of depression. You feel more down and don't enjoy things as usual. Sometimes, you don't feel very good about yourself and see the down‐side of everything. You have some trouble concentrating and remembering, and it seems harder to make decisions. Things are more of a chore and at times you feel sluggish or agitated. You are able to function okay at work, home, school or with friends but often don't enjoy what you are doing or feel more withdrawn lately.