Jamie's Sleep Patterns Have Been Erratic Over the Course of the Past

question 18

Multiple Choice

Jamie's sleep patterns have been erratic over the course of the past few months,and she lacks the energy to do anything except lay on her couch.Jamie also feels completely hopeless,and she wonders if life is worth living anymore.Jamie is most likely suffering from ____.

• A) major depressive disorder
• B) pyromania
• C) mania
• D) cyclothymic disorder

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