Which characteristic is typical of bipolar disorder?
a. Severe highs and severe lows
b. Increased risk for suicide
c. Persistently low moods
d. Lack of pleasure in life
A
Bipolar disorder, also called manic-depression, is characterized by cycling moods from severe highs (mania) and severe lows (depression). Increased risk for suicide and lack of pleasure in life are characteristics of major depression. Persistently low moods are characteristic of both major depression and dysthymia.
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