A client with depression says, "Nothing matters anymore." Which response is best?

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C. "It sounds like you are feeling hopeless right now. Tell me more about that." — The best response acknowledges the feeling and invites further expression without judging or minimizing.

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A. "You should focus on the positive and stop thinking that way."

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B. "Why would you say something so negative?"

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D. "Everyone feels this way sometimes, so do not worry."