Asked by Beatriz Palacio on May 27, 2024

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Which condition is also known as manic-depressive illness?

A) autism
B) bipolar disorder
C) anxiety disorder
D) compulsion

Bipolar Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).

Manic-depressive Illness

Another term for bipolar disorder, characterized by mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).

Autism

A developmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior.

  • Acknowledge the disorders linked to mood alterations and their corresponding treatments.
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Karisma MartinezMay 27, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Manic-depressive illness is another term for bipolar disorder, which is characterized by mood swings between extreme highs (manic episodes) and lows (depressive episodes). Autism, anxiety disorder, and compulsion are not related to bipolar disorder.