A 40-year-old African American male presents for an initial psychiatric evaluation. He reports a past history of depression since 2012 and states that he is seeking help. He mentions that his childhood was okay and that he was raised by both of his parents. He also mentions being in a failed relationship, which has contributed to his low mood. He states that he has lost interest in people in general and is currently facing the problem of being denied access to see his daughter. He reports symptoms such as crying spells, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbances, hopelessness, helplessness, low energy, and lack of motivation. He saw a psychiatric provider last year but was not prescribed any medication. He denies any associated hospitalizations, known allergies, or medical diagnoses. He last saw his primary care physician four months ago and has no past surgical history. He reports a family history of mental illness, but is unsure of the details. He is currently single but has one child and one sibling. Both of his parents are alive, and he has good relationships with his family. What is the most likely diagnosis for this patient?
1) Major depressive disorder
2) Bipolar disorder
3) Generalized anxiety disorder
4) Post-traumatic stress disorder