A recurrent depressive episode _________
A) is preceded by one or more previous episodes.
B) suggests that chronic major depression has developed.
C) typically lasts two to three weeks.
D) is characteristic of all forms of bipolar disorder.

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A recurrent depressive episode is defined as a major depressive episode that occurs after at least two previous major depressive episodes have occurred and the individual has experienced at least eight consecutive weeks without any significant symptoms. Therefore, it is preceded by one or more previous episodes.

A Recurrent Depressive Episode _________