John's behavior appears normal,then he becomes depressed and hyperactivity follows.He would likely be diagnosed as having which disorder?

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John's behavior appears to cycle between periods of depression and hyperactivity, which is characteristic of bipolar disorder. Mania is a component of bipolar disorder, but the description provided does not suggest an exclusive presence of mania. Schizophrenia involves disordered thinking and perception, but there is no indication of this in the description of John's behavior. Major depressive disorder is characterized by persistent depression, but does not include cycles of hyperactivity.

John's Behavior Appears Normal,then He Becomes Depressed and Hyperactivity Follows