brian is a high-school student and has suffered with symptoms of major depressive disorder for six months. if a psychiatrist is consulted at this time, it is likely that brian will face most difficulty in revealing the reason for his depression which is largely due to the separation of his parents because of

Brian's difficulty in revealing the reason for his depression is likely due to the stigma associated with mental health issues, as well as the fear of being judged or misunderstood. He may also feel embarrassed or ashamed to talk about his feelings, or he may be worried about how his parents will react if he tells them the truth.