Two DSM-5 Categories Are Defined Primarily by the Presence of Extreme

question 90

Multiple Choice

Two DSM-5 categories are defined primarily by the presence of extreme, intense, and long-lasting emotions in which the afflicted persons may be extremely depressed or alternate between mania and depression with some persons even having psychotic symptoms.Collectively, these two categories are sometimes referred to as __________ disorders.

• A) anxiety
• B) somatic symptom
• C) dissociative
• D) mood

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