The Case of Cathy Presented in Your Text Is an Example

question 37

Multiple Choice

The case of Cathy presented in your text is an example of major depressive disorder. One of the aspects of her case that clearly tells us this is more than just normal sadness is that Cathy

• A) had become impaired in her ability to work.
• B) did not have any manic or hypomanic symptoms.
• C) had been separated from her husband for five years.
• D) felt unworthy of her latest promotion at work.

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Definitions:

Brightness

The perception of how light or dark a color appears; a quality of visual experience that varies with lighting conditions.

Optic Nerve

The cranial nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain, playing a crucial role in the sense of sight.

Visual Information

Data that is perceived through sight, including shapes, colors, and movements.

Retina

The light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the inner eye, which converts light images into nerve signals sent to the brain.