What occurs with mania associated with bipolar disorder?

a. Varying degrees of sadness
b. Distinct episodes of elation
c. Suicide
d. Psychomotor retardation


ANS: B
Mania is characterized by distinct episodes of euphoria and elation. Sadness is characteristic of depression. Suicide is not generally associated with mania; it is more commonly associated with depression. Psychomotor retardation is not associated with mania.

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