Belinda's behavior is marked by lack of energy, loss of self-esteem, poor appetite, difficulty concentrating, psychomotor retardation, and delusions of unworthiness. She has attempted suicide twice. She would appear to have ______.

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Belinda's symptoms are consistent with those of major depression, including lack of energy, low self-esteem, poor appetite, difficulty concentrating, psychomotor retardation, and suicidal ideation. The delusions of unworthiness also suggest a depressive disorder, rather than bipolar disorder, which typically involves manic or hypomanic episodes as well. Conversion disorder and adjustment disorder do not fit with the described symptoms.

Belinda's Behavior Is Marked by Lack of Energy, Loss of Self-Esteem