Question

multiple choice question
which type of disorder affects daily functioning without an obvious external cause?
○ depression
○ anxiety
○ physical
○ psychotic

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Depression: A mood disorder that can impact daily functioning (e.g., sleep, appetite, energy) without an obvious external trigger (e.g., major life events don’t always directly cause it; it involves biochemical/neurobiological factors).
• Anxiety: Often triggered by stressors (external or internal), though some forms are chronic, but the question specifies “without an obvious external cause” – depression better fits this ambiguity.
• Physical: Refers to physical illnesses (e.g., infections, injuries), which have clear physiological causes, so not the answer.
• Psychotic: Involves hallucinations/delusions, often with external triggers (e.g., substance use, trauma) or organic causes, less aligned with “no obvious external cause” for daily functioning disruption.

Depression is a primary mood disorder where daily functioning (work, relationships, self - care) is impaired, and its onset can be independent of obvious external events (due to genetic, neurochemical, or internal psychological factors).

Answer:

Depression (the option labeled "Depression" with the selected radio button in the image)