Alex has severe mood swings from extreme elation and hyperactivity to major depression. One moment he feels like he's on top of the world, the next moment he feels suicidal. He is
Probably suffering from ______.
A) dysthymic disorder
B) cyclothymic disorder
C) bipolar disorder
D) double depression

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Alex's symptoms of extreme mood swings from elation to major depression are characteristic of bipolar disorder. Dysthymic disorder is a chronic low-grade depression, cyclothymic disorder is a milder form of bipolar disorder, and double depression is a combination of major depressive disorder and dysthymia.

Alex Has Severe Mood Swings from Extreme Elation and Hyperactivity