Depression that occurs during cold winter months would be classified as
1. baby blues.
2. bipolar disorder.
3. seasonal affective disorder.
4. obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Seasonal affective disorder is frequently experienced during the winter months. Obsessive-compulsive disorder involves doing certain tasks repetitively. Baby blues are associated with mothers who have recently had a baby. Bipolar disorder involves periods of mania and periods of depression.
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