Answer to Question #80004 in Psychology for Khutso

Question

Multiple choice questions.
Conrad, 39 years old, has been pessimistic, depressed and fatigued with a decreased appetite and little interest in social activities for the past three years. In fact, his colleagues would not recognise him if he was down and disinterested in work. His boss noticed that although Conrad still did most of his work, it was not at the level that the job required.

The most appropriate dsm -5 diagnosis in Conrad s case is a
1.persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia)
2.personal disorder
3.cyclothymic disorder
4.major depressive disorder.

Answer 1

Answer: 1.persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia)