Pierre has experienced symptoms of depression for years. Sometimes the depression is rather mild, but other times it is debilitating and he has required hospitalization. Which term is most appropriate for categorizing Pierre's disorder?

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Pierre's symptoms of depression have been ongoing for years and vary in severity, but do not include any episodes of mania or hypomania, which are characteristic of bipolar disorder. Therefore, the most appropriate term for categorizing his disorder would be unipolar mood disorder. Option B, subclinical mood disorder, is not appropriate in this case because Pierre has required hospitalization for his symptoms. Option C, disorganized mood disorder, is not a recognized diagnostic category.

Pierre Has Experienced Symptoms of Depression for Years