Which patient would most likely benefit from taking St. John's wort? A patient with:
a. mood swings.
b. hypomanic symptoms.
c. mild depressive symptoms.
d. panic disorder with agoraphobia.
ANS: C
Research has found St. John's wort to be effective in treating mild to moderate depression. St John's wort has not been found to be effective in treatment of cyclothymic, bipolar, or anxiety disorders.
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