An affective disorder characterized by distinct periods of elevated mood alternating with periods of depression is

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Bipolar disorder is characterized by episodes of manic or hypomanic highs alternating with depressive lows. This distinguishes it from major depression, which only involves periods of depression. Mental retardation and schizophrenia are separate disorders unrelated to affective mood swings.

An Affective Disorder Characterized by Distinct Periods of Elevated Mood