Ronnie has recurrent major depressive episodes that alternate with hypomania. According to the DSM-5, Ronnie should be diagnosed with ____.
A) bipolar I
B) bipolar II
C) cyclothymia
D) major depressive disorder not otherwise specified

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Ronnie's symptoms of recurrent major depressive episodes alternating with hypomania are characteristic of Bipolar II Disorder, according to the DSM-5. Bipolar I involves manic episodes, while cyclothymia involves milder symptoms of hypomania and depression, and major depressive disorder does not include hypomanic episodes.

Ronnie Has Recurrent Major Depressive Episodes That Alternate with Hypomania