Question

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____ refers to a disorder marked by alternating or intermixed periods of mania and depression.
dysthymia
unipolar depression
bipolar disorder
major depressive disorder

Explanation:

Bipolar disorder is characterized by alternating or intermixed periods of mania (elevated mood, high - energy) and depression (low mood, lack of energy). Dysthymia is a chronic, less severe form of depression. Unipolar depression only involves depressive episodes without mania. Major depressive disorder is mainly about severe and persistent depressive symptoms without mania phases.

Answer:

C. Bipolar disorder