Which of the Following Is NOT True of Rapid Cycling

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of rapid cycling depression/mania?

• A)As many as 10-20% of patients with bipolar disorder may display rapid cycling.
• B)Rapid cycling is linked to a longer and more severe course for bipolar disorders.
• C)In some patients standard pharmacotherapy can induce rapid cycling.
• D)Those suffering from it do not respond strongly to pharmacotherapy.
• E)It is more common in men than in women.

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