Each Month, One Week Prior to the Onset of Her

question 127

Multiple Choice

Each month, one week prior to the onset of her menstrual cycle, Melissa experiences mood swings, sudden tearfulness, feelings of hopelessness, irritability and negative thoughts about herself. These symptoms cause significant impairment in her functioning and lessen in severity within a few days following the onset of menses. Melissa is likely to be diagnosed with _____________.

• A) dysthymic disorder
• B) premenstrual dysphoric disorder
• C) cyclothymic disorder
• D) bipolar II disorder

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