Mason Turner has had "mood swings" for about the past five years. His "high" periods are relatively short-lived and are characterized by an increase in goal-directed activity and an inflated sense of self-esteem. When Mason experiences "low" periods, they, too, are of short duration and characterized by a depressed mood and subsequent fatigue. While Mason does not consider his present problems severe, his wife Evette, feels that he might need some help. Given these symptoms, Mason is most likely suffering from which mood disorder?

a) Double depression
b) Bipolar II disorder
c) Bipolar I disorder
d) Cyclothymic disorder


d)

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Which perspective holds that individual problems are the result of bad choices, personal dysfunction, and a culture of poverty?

a. collectivist b. self-preservation c. individualist d. pluralist

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a) Provide the client with a list of goals to choose from b) Assist the client in determining her own goals c) Inform the client of what goals she will be working on in treatment d) Focus on medication management

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Powell's classification of self-help groups included the Spina Bifida Association as an example of a_____ organization.

A. lifestyle B. significant other C. physical handicap D. general purpose

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