A mood disorder that includes both depression and mania is known as __________ disorder.

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Bipolar disorder is characterized by periods of depression alternating with periods of mania, which is a distinct period of elevated, expansive or irritable mood. Dual process theory refers to a way of understanding cognition that involves both automatic and controlled processes, and is not a mood disorder. Histrionic personality disorder involves excessive attention-seeking and dramatic behavior, but is not specifically related to mood. Obsessive-compulsive disorder involves intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors to alleviate anxiety, but is not specifically related to mood disorders with periods of depression and mania.

A Mood Disorder That Includes Both Depression and Mania Is