Mohammed Is a 15-Year-Old Boy Displaying Persistent Irritability and Frequent

question 12

Multiple Choice

Mohammed is a 15-year-old boy displaying persistent irritability and frequent episodes of extreme,out of control behaviour that cannot be explained by life events.Mohammed should be assessed for what type of mood disorder?

• A)Hypomanic episode
• B)Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
• C)Cyclothymic disorder
• D)Bipolar disorder I

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Definitions:

Personality Disorders

Types of mental disorders characterized by enduring maladaptive patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience, exhibited across many contexts and deviating markedly from those accepted by the individual's culture.

Depression

Depression is a mental health disorder characterized by persistently low mood, a feeling of sadness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in daily activities.

Organic Disorders

Medical conditions caused by physiological changes in the body's tissues or organs that affect psychological functioning.

Schizophrenia

A mental disorder characterized by disrupted thought processes, perceptions, emotional responsiveness, and social interactions.