George grew up in Mobile, Alabama, and is now attending law school in Boston
Everything seemed fine when he moved to Boston in the summer, but by the end of October, George was fatigued, irritable, and almost overslept for class several times. He also gained weight and by February was more depressed than ever. George is most likely suffering from
a. homesickness.
b. a factitious disorder.
c. a cyclothymic disorder.
d. seasonal affective disorder.
ANSWER: d
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