Manic episodes alternate with depressive episodes in the disorder called
A)bipolar I disorder.
B)major depressive disorder.
C)complicated grief.
D)cyclothymia.

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Bipolar I disorder is characterized by the presence of at least one manic episode alternating with one or more major depressive episodes. Major depressive disorder involves only depressive episodes without any manic or hypomanic episodes. Complicated grief and cyclothymia do not necessarily involve alternating episodes of mania and depression.

Manic Episodes Alternate with Depressive Episodes in the Disorder Called