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

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Mason's symptoms suggest Cyclothymic Disorder, characterized by periods of hypomanic symptoms (not full-blown mania) and periods of depressive symptoms that are not severe enough to be classified as major depressive episodes. These symptoms have been present for a significant duration (five years), which aligns with the cyclothymic disorder criteria.

Mason Turner Has Had "Mood Swings" for About the Past