Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of bipolar disorder?
Persistent feelings of sadness
Extreme mood swings
Difficulty concentrating
Excessive worry about health
#2
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with bipolar disorder?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
Acetylcholine
#3
What is the term for a less severe form of bipolar disorder, characterized by milder episodes of hypomania and depression?
Bipolar II disorder
Cyclothymic disorder
Dysthymia
Seasonal affective disorder
#4
Which class of medications is commonly used as mood stabilizers in the treatment of bipolar disorder?
Antipsychotics
Antidepressants
Benzodiazepines
Anticonvulsants
#5
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of a depressive episode in bipolar disorder?
Feelings of hopelessness
Decreased need for sleep
Loss of interest in activities
Fatigue or loss of energy
#6
What is the term for the period of stability between mood episodes in bipolar disorder?
Remission
Recovery
Maintenance
Euthymia
#7
What is the term for a severe and prolonged episode of elevated mood in bipolar disorder?
Mania
Hypomania
Euthymia
Dysthymia
#8
What percentage of individuals with bipolar disorder will attempt suicide at least once in their lifetime?
Less than 5%
Around 15%
Approximately 25%
More than 40%
#9
Which of the following is NOT considered a risk factor for developing bipolar disorder?
Family history of bipolar disorder
Experiencing a traumatic event
Chronic stress
Low socioeconomic status
#10
What is the term for a subtype of bipolar disorder characterized by mood episodes that occur in a seasonal pattern, typically during the fall or winter months?
Seasonal bipolar disorder
Atypical bipolar disorder
Bipolar with seasonal pattern
Cyclothymic disorder
#11
Which of the following is a common symptom of a hypomanic episode in bipolar disorder?