Aliya Has Been Suffering from Changes in Her Mood Recently

question 98

Multiple Choice

Aliya has been suffering from changes in her mood recently.She goes from a "normal" mood state to a mildly elevated mood where she seems to be more creative and energetic.She is still able to function when these elevations in mood occur,but they do seem odd given her history of being a very even and level person.Aliya is experiencing bouts of __________.

• A) mania
• B) rapid cycling
• C) dysthymia
• D) hypomania

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