Hafsa has been diagnosed with a psychological condition, and her physician has recommended a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor to alleviate her symptoms. Which disorder is Hafsa's doctor most likely addressing with this treatment?

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a disorder involving dissociationmajor depressive disordera form of anxiety disordera psychotic disorder such as schizophrenianone of the above

Explanation

MAO inhibitors are primarily prescribed to treat depression by increasing levels of neurotransmitters in the brain. While dissociative disorders, anxiety disorders, and schizophrenia have different treatment approaches, MAO inhibitors are most commonly used for depressive symptoms.