Psychological disorders can be described as following a typical course or individual pattern. For example, schizophrenia follows a chronic course. On the other hand, mood disorders, including depression, follow a(n) ________ course.

A. episodic
B. acute
C. cyclic
D. insidious


Answer: A

Psychology

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