Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Psychological Disorders

Question:

In major depressive disorder, a person experiences -

Options:

Loss of interest or pleasure in activities

A sense of detachment from others

Deterioration in motor abilities

A sense of detachment from the world of work

Correct Answer:

Loss of interest or pleasure in activities

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Loss of interest or pleasure in activities

Major depressive disorder is defined as a period of depressed mood and/or loss of interest or pleasure in most activities, together with other symptoms which may include change in body weight, constant sleep problems, tiredness, inability to think clearly, agitation, greatly slowed behaviour, and thoughts of death and suicide. Other symptoms include excessive guilt or feelings of worthlessness.