To decide whether a person should be diagnosed as bipolar I or bipolar II, a diagnostician must ask, ____.
A) "Have any of your close relatives ever had this problem?"
B) "How long have you felt depressed?"
C) "Have you had a history of manic episodes?"
D) "How often do you feel depressed?"

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The key difference between bipolar I and bipolar II disorders lies in the presence of manic episodes. Bipolar I is characterized by at least one manic episode, while bipolar II involves hypomanic episodes but not full manic episodes. Therefore, asking about a history of manic episodes (C) is crucial for distinguishing between the two diagnoses.

To Decide Whether a Person Should Be Diagnosed as Bipolar