Melody Has Been Experiencing Severe Mood Swings, Having a Lot

question 38

Multiple Choice

Melody has been experiencing severe mood swings, having a lot of manic energy for a period and then experiencing an extremely depressed state. Her symptoms are associated with

• A) dysthymic disorder.
• B) generalized anxiety disorder.
• C) bipolar disorder.
• D) seasonal affective disorder.

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