Bipolar Disorder Differs from Major Depression in That Patients Must

question 3

Multiple Choice

Bipolar disorder differs from major depression in that patients must also experience

• A) numerous episodes of mania intermixed with depression.
• B) at least one episode of mania.
• C) psychotic features in addition to depression.
• D) depressive and manic symptoms simultaneously.

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Definitions:

Flooding

Flooding is a behavioral therapy technique for treating phobias and anxiety disorders by exposing the patient to fear-inducing stimuli in a controlled environment to the point of extinguishing the fear response.

In Vivo

A term used in research to refer to experiments or studies conducted in the living organism, as opposed to in vitro or in a laboratory setting.

In Vitro

A term referring to processes or reactions occurring in a controlled environment outside of a living organism.

Intensive Exposure

A therapeutic technique involving prolonged and repeated exposure to the stimuli or situations that cause fear or distress, aiming to reduce the associated anxiety.