Over the past 9 months, Trisha has become lethargic and has stopped working out at the gym (and as a consequence has gained considerable weight). Previously full of energy and curiosity, she now shows a lack of interest in virtually everything, even sex. It is likely that Trisha is suffering from a _____ disorder.

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Trisha's symptoms of lethargy, lack of interest, and changes in weight and energy levels suggest a disturbance in her mood. Personality disorders involve long-standing patterns of behavior and are not typically characterized by sudden changes. Dissociative disorders are characterized by disruptions in memory, identity, and perception, but Trisha's symptoms do not fit this description. Generalized anxiety disorder involves excessive and persistent worry and anxiety, which Trisha does not report in this scenario.

Over the Past 9 Months, Trisha Has Become Lethargic and Has