Carla is experiencing major episodes of depression, with milder episodes of mania. Carla's disorder would be classified as _____ disorder, which is the _____ common form of this disorder.

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Carla's disorder is classified as Bipolar II because she is primarily experiencing episodes of depression with milder episodes of hypomania (less severe than the full manic episodes seen in Bipolar I). Therefore, option A and B can be ruled out. Bipolar II disorder is also less common than Bipolar I disorder, making option D incorrect.

Carla Is Experiencing Major Episodes of Depression, with Milder Episodes