Which of the Following Mood Disorders Is Characterized by the Person

question 169

Multiple Choice

Which of the following mood disorders is characterized by the person being mild to moderately depressed most of the time for at least two years with no psychotic episodes and no mania?

• A) major depressive disorder
• B) bipolar disorder
• C) cyclothymic disorder
• D) dysthymic disorder

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